Questions that have appeared at Tesla for an engineering (Behavioral) interview.

1. Problem Solving

Question: Can you describe a complex problem that you solved? What was the problem, and how did you approach it?

Question: Can you tell us about a time when you used your engineering skills to solve a non-technical problem?

Question: Can you share an instance where you had to find a solution to a problem that others could not solve?

2. Teamwork

Question: Can you describe a time when you had a conflict with a team member? How did you resolve it?

Question: Can you share your experience working in a multidisciplinary team? How did you handle communication and collaboration?

Question: Tell us about a time when you had to rely on others to achieve a project goal.

3. Pressure and Deadlines

Question: Describe a time when you had to meet a tight deadline. How did you handle the pressure and what was the outcome?

Question: How do you handle multiple projects or tasks with overlapping deadlines?

Question: How do you prioritize your work when there are conflicting demands on your time?

4. Innovation

Question: Can you share an example of an innovative solution you've implemented in previous projects?

Question: How do you approach innovation in your work?

Question: Tell us about a time when you had to think 'outside the box' to come up with a solution.

5. Learning and Development

Question: How do you keep up-to-date with new engineering practices and technologies?

Question: Can you describe a time when you proactively sought to learn something new to improve your skills or performance?

Question: How have you handled a situation where you lacked the necessary skills or knowledge to complete a task or project?