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First they asked me my background and etc, (they were very interested). Then, the interview switched, and start asking me questions about the systems that compounded their machines.... i said I didn't know, because I had no previous experience on that....
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EUV Install System Engineer

Interviewed at ASML

4★
Mar 19, 2024

First they asked me my background and etc, (they were very interested). Then, the interview switched, and start asking me questions about the systems that compounded their machines.... i said I didn't know, because I had no previous experience on that....

Q: What was one question they asked you? “How would you explain an engineering concept to someone without a technical background?” How did you answer? I explained that I would simplify the concept using relatable analogies, avoid unnecessary jargon, and connect the idea to real-life examples so the listener can understand the core function without technical depth.
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System Engineer

Interviewed at Schaeffler

3.8★
Dec 3, 2025

Q: What was one question they asked you? “How would you explain an engineering concept to someone without a technical background?” How did you answer? I explained that I would simplify the concept using relatable analogies, avoid unnecessary jargon, and connect the idea to real-life examples so the listener can understand the core function without technical depth.

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