Top 13 Automation Engineer Interview Questions & Answers (Part 2 of 2)
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With this video, we will continue with where our previous video, What are the leading Industrial Automation Job types? (realpars.com/automation-job/), closed with beginning the discussion on Automation Job Interview questions.
So now that we have learned about the Automation Job types let’s move on to learn more about some of the questions you’ll be asked during an interview.
The job description and degree of responsibilities vary and so you should align your capabilities with the experience required. What type of job interview questions will you be asked?
Question 1. What are the five IEC1131 programming languages?
Answer: Instruction List, Structured Text, Ladder Diagram, Function Block and Sequential Function Chart.
Question 2. Explain PID Based Control System?
Answer: PID or Proportional Integral Derivative is widely used in closed-loop control.
PID controllers maintain the output to a device so that there is zero error between process variable input and setpoint to the device.
Question 3. Please explain the difference between a PLC and DCS?
Answer: a PLC is a ruggedized computer used for automating processes.
A DCS is similar to a PLC in that it has rugged computer controllers however the DCS contains multiple autonomous controllers that are distributed throughout a system, also used for automating processes.
Question 4. What Is Encoder?
Answer: An encoder is a rotary device that outputs digital pulses which from angular motion. The encoder consists of a wheel with alternating clear stripes detected by optical sensors to produce the digital outputs.
Question 5. What Are the different components used in automation?
Answer: The components of the automation system include sensors for sensing temperature, pressure, flow, level and etc.,
Question 6. Who are the leading PLC providers?
Answer: Leading PLC providers include Rockwell Automation Allen Bradley, Siemens, Schneider Modicon, and GE Fanuc.
Question 7. Who are the leading DCS providers?
Answer: The leading DCS providers include Yokogawa, Honeywell, Fisher-Rosemount, ABB, Moore, and Foxboro.
Question 8. Who are the leading SCADA software companies?
Answer: Leading SCADA software companies are Aveva Wonderware, GE Cimplicity, GE iFix, Siemens WinCC, Iconics Genesis64, Inductive Automation Ignition, Rockwell Software FactoryTalk View.
Question 9. What types of sensors are used for measuring?
Answer: Temperature, Pressure, Flow, Level, Conductivity, Density, Ph type sensors.
Question 10. What is transmitter?
Answer: A transmitter is an electronic device mounted in the field or plant close to a sensor.
The sensor transduces a measured physical variable like temperature and then outputs a low electronic signal to a controller.
Question 11. Why is 4-20 mA preferred over 0-10 V Signal?
Answer: The 0-10 V signal has the tendency to weaken over a long distance because of resistance.
The 4-20 mA can travel a long distance without dropping signal value.
Question 12. Why is 4-20 mA preferred over 0-20 mA signal?
Answer: With 0-20 mA you cannot easily determine between minimum field value and a wire break. With the 4-20 mA, a wire break can be determined.
Question 13. Difference between 2-wire, 3-wire, and 4-wire transmitters?
Answer: For a 2-wire transmitter the power and signal are transmitted through the same cable. For a 3-wire transmitter, the data signal and power are with respect to common ground and for a 4-wire transmitter two of the wires are used for power and two wires are used for signals.
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- Have you lead any projects, please explain how you were successful?
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Yes, kind of accurate. 2 months ago I had a 1 hour 'long' interview at a multinational company and for me the questions were the following (I will list any, including the ones in the video): 1. What kind of industrial communication protocols do you know? Tell me something about them. (ModbusTCP/RTU,PROFINET,PROFIBUS,etc.) 2. What is the difference between PROFIBUS/PROFINET? What component is needed to PROFIBUS, how and why we use it? (resistor at the end of the bus) 3. What are a 5 PLC languages widely used? (IEC standard) 4. Write an easy PLC program in the language you prefer. (I dont remember correctly but they tested if I could use S,R,Timer,NO input,NC input, Relay output,positive and negative edge detection correctly.) 5. Tell me about the OB blocks of a PLC (OB1, OB100,..) 6. There is a sensor, you could use voltage or currect signal, what would you prefer and why? 7. Difference between 0-20 and 4-20 mA. 8. Widely known PLC manufacturers
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4 жыл бұрын
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4 жыл бұрын
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@vishnukr8010
4 жыл бұрын
Can u plz share me the answer of 6 th qsn exactly
@oscarwilliams2316
3 жыл бұрын
i assume this was for an advanced apprentice or job interview, not a level 3 interview? thanks
@NiravVihaan
3 жыл бұрын
@@vishnukr8010 Current signal is more preferred over Voltage because Voltage will be lost over increased distance which is not the case for current.
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8 ай бұрын
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6 ай бұрын
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4 жыл бұрын
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4 жыл бұрын
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Nice...I always wondered why 4-20mA was preferred over 0-20mA, now I have the answer. Thanks!
When my work (a manufacturing site) held interviews looking for a Automation Project Manager, I was amazed that none of the interviewees could not answer basic questions like: "give me an example of a project that you lead to implement a PLC control system?", "when working in a blue chip team how would you influence others to make your project their focus to achieve your goals?". The interviewees were more interested in being technical about signals and coding, rather than basic team skills.
@Sundareswara_Nathan
10 ай бұрын
You referred "Signals and coding" here... Will you explain little bit more about it. I am seeking for APM post. It may be much helpful to me in my preparation, sir.
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2 жыл бұрын
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Thanks for this. This makes me much more confident for my interview. Glad I knew all of these.
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Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Best of luck with your interview!
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2 жыл бұрын
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3 жыл бұрын
That's amazing! Keep up the good work, and all the best of luck with your job hunt!
I've dabbled in automation for years as a maintenance technician, but that first question would of sunk me right off the bat! :D
@alexanderb.7899
Жыл бұрын
Same here. Senior Automation Engineer in control programming, 17 years of experience. If they would ask me that during the interview I would tell them to go see Wikipedia. :)
@NathanKabler
4 ай бұрын
i know 4 of the 5 🤣
I've recently taken the past 6 months to learn controls and automation, and I'll start applying here shortly. Thanks for the possible questions!
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2 жыл бұрын
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Thank you Real Pars! It was very useful. I am not clear with grounding part in 2W/3W and 4W
@shivaprabhu.s.havinal6276
4 жыл бұрын
Can you please explain grounding part in 2 wire,3 wire & 4 wire configuration. Thank you in advance.
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2 жыл бұрын
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Жыл бұрын
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4 жыл бұрын
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Жыл бұрын
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5 ай бұрын
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4 жыл бұрын
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I found the Q/A in this video helpful from a learning standpoint nevertheless for an interview. Whether it may be easy or not it does give you a line of thinking to think of question wise.
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4 жыл бұрын
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4 жыл бұрын
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4 жыл бұрын
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4 жыл бұрын
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4 жыл бұрын
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2 жыл бұрын
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4 жыл бұрын
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10 ай бұрын
Glad to hear that, you're very welcome! Best of luck with your interview!
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3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful, Joehanes! Happy learning!
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4 жыл бұрын
Happy learning!
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4 жыл бұрын
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2 жыл бұрын
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2 жыл бұрын
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Жыл бұрын
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Жыл бұрын
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4 жыл бұрын
this video is the equivalent of making sure you have a pulse. very foundational questions. you need to know these things in order to even begin discussing other deeper concepts, but know that the ability to acquire information / answers is more important than already having them!
Thank you so much This video was beneficial for me.
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4 жыл бұрын
Great to hear that! Happy learning.
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4 жыл бұрын
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2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
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4 жыл бұрын
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@SaeedAcronia
4 жыл бұрын
Which country?! Uk?!
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4 жыл бұрын
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4 жыл бұрын
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4 жыл бұрын
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Types of thermistor and differece between ptc thermistor and rtd were also asked.
Excuse me, I've got a little problem with the HMI communication to plc s7 1500. They use a different port, HMI uses rs486 while the plc uses profinet. I've tried to use the Aten converter from rs 485 to ethernet but the HMI still can't communicate with the plc. Please help if you have the answer. Thanks.
liked the subject
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@realpars
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
The answer to question number 5 should also include human-machine interface devices. Not only screens but buttons, boards, buzzers, and control lamps of all kinds.
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@realpars
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Ehab!
Good information very useful important automation video. Lot of thanks Real pars
@realpars
2 жыл бұрын
Always welcome!
@pavunumuthu9510
2 жыл бұрын
@@realpars how are you sir
please make more videos this helped us alot
@realpars
2 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that! Happy learning
It's absolutely great, Sir please make videos on SCADA systems like WINCC and Wonderware also describe their integration with PLCs through kepserver with full playlist tutorials thanks
@realpars
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your feedback and suggestions, Junaid! I will happily pass this on to our course developers.
hello.. I want to learn more of this kind of topic.
very nice
@realpars
Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that!
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@realpars
4 жыл бұрын
Great to hear that! Thank you!
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Nice video, can you do a series on instrumentation calibrations? For all process variables. I’d be interested in signing up to the app if this was available! Thanks again
@realpars
4 жыл бұрын
Hey! Thanks for your comment and your suggestion. I will pass this on to our course developers! Thanks for sharing and happy learning!
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4 жыл бұрын
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Good your video and explanation are great PRO. Please detail about Automation project management role.
@nagarathinamakkm
4 жыл бұрын
programming language standard IEC 1131 as revised to 61131
I have interview soon, how this helps it looked so helpful
@realpars
2 ай бұрын
Best of luck with your interview! :) Glad to hear that we could help with our courses.
Thankyou Realpars could you explain DCS related information and some of the interview questions for instrumentation engineering.
@realpars
4 жыл бұрын
Hey! Thanks for your comment and your suggestion. I will pass this on to our course developers! Thanks for sharing and happy learning!
Perfact video
@realpars
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Abbas!
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@realpars
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
BTW some interviewers can give you a Ramsey test or similar the day of the interview. Be sure to have enough time for the interview or ask before getting there if you feel in confidence to do so.
Top stuffs!😍🔥❣️
@realpars
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you - great to hear that!
I need to learn PLC programming
Please clear modbus and other types of communication.
Hello RealPars, As fresh graduate in the field of ICS Automation and Cybersecurity, would love to know the possible paths ahead and the different certification available out there to increase our value and understanding. Kind Regards
@realpars
2 жыл бұрын
Great suggestion! I will pass this on to our course developers, Abdul! Thanks for sharing
Thank you very much....Please, will like to know more...is there any classes
@realpars
2 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! There certainly is, we have a complete course library filled with over 500+ video courses on PLC Programming. Feel free to have a browse around learn.realpars.com/
Sir please upload more automation based interview questions and answers I'm very interested your each and every vedio thanks sir
@realpars
Жыл бұрын
Hi Mathew, Thanks for your comment and topic suggestion! I will happily go ahead and forward this to our course developers. Happy learning!
I’m beyond nervous, I’ve worked in food processing plants for 2 years and am very familiar with SCADA interfaces and sensors, etc… but never have had a maintenance position besides doing HVAC since i was 16 with my father… i somehow got a callback for interview for tomorrow, I’m so nervous, I’m a nerd with electronics and love working with my hands so it’s a mix of both my dream jobs, programming and maintenance… i really hope i nail this interview. If i don’t, I’m gonna continue to study and do research to eventually get my career.
@realpars
Ай бұрын
Best of luck with your interview, Andrew!
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Ай бұрын
@@realpars thank you guys!
Nice video I want u start lessons on ignition it will help
@realpars
11 ай бұрын
Great to hear that!
I would include question about industrial interfaces and protocols.
@MrNo-rk5ef
4 жыл бұрын
Привет. На примерь что?
Please RealPars, Could you please arrange video on RTU and SCADA Interview questions with answers? Best regard
@realpars
4 жыл бұрын
Hi! Thanks for your comment and your suggestion. I will pass this on to our course developers! Thanks for sharing and happy learning!