WSP Interview Questions and Answers

A floor plan was given to design the electrical circuiting , small power etc.

Q1. Asked questions from CV related to college projects, they were interested in knowing the fire alarm systems.
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Fire alarm systems detect smoke and heat, alerting occupants and enabling timely evacuation to ensure safety.
• Components include smoke detectors, heat detectors, and alarm panels.

• Types of smoke detectors: ionization (fast response to flaming fires) and photoelectric (better for smoldering fires).

• Fire alarm systems can be manual (pull stations) or automatic (detectors triggering alarms).

• Integration with sprinkler systems...read more
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Q1. Asked to present about single phase and 3 - phase systems along with diagrams.
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Q1. They will ask you to explain your role, starting from your first company, in relation to your CV.
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Q2. What challenges have you faced in your projects, and what solutions did you implement to address them?
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Q3. What is the nature of the input you received from the client?
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Client input for BIM Technician - ELV includes project requirements, specifications, and design preferences.
• Project Requirements: Clients provide detailed descriptions of their needs, such as the type of ELV systems required (e.g., CCTV, access control).

• Specifications: Clients may specify technical standards or compliance requirements that the ELV systems must meet.

• Design Preferences: Clients often share their vision f...read more
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Q4. What are the different types of files used in Dialux software?
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Dialux software uses various file types for project management, lighting design, and data export.
• DIALUX project files (.dialux) - Main files containing the lighting design project.

• DIALUX export files (.dxf, .dwg) - Used for exporting designs to CAD software.

• Image files (.jpg, .png) - For saving rendered images of lighting simulations.

• Report files (.pdf) - For generating and exporting detailed reports of the lighting an...read more
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Q5. Panel Height in building (basically they are testing your understanding of NEC , BS7461,IEC standard used in revit w.r.t Electrical & ELV System )
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Q6. How Light will be modeled and placed if you haven't Received any Lighting markups for your model?
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Q7. Name All the Elv Services and their subtypes,Usage
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ELV services encompass low-voltage systems for communication, security, and automation in buildings.
• 1. CCTV (Closed-Circuit Television) - Used for surveillance and security monitoring.

• 2. Access Control Systems - Manages entry to buildings or specific areas, e.g., card readers.

• 3. Fire Alarm Systems - Detects smoke or fire and alerts occupants, e.g., smoke detectors.

• 4. Public Address Systems - For announcements and emerg...read more
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Q8. Will ask you about your commitment in no. of Years if you got selected (Very Tricky Question Requiring Presence Of mind and not Speculations)
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Q9. This question was asked Earlier But due to forgetting I putting it here... What you know about WSP ?
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Q10. View Range Differences w.r.t Ceiling Plan and Floor Plan..
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Q11. Knowledge of Family Creation of Electrical Services
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Q12. No. of Twin Socket connected in a Circuit(Again Standard/ Codes Awareness )
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Q13. What is the The Smart Circuiting ? How it is different from manual Circuiting in Revit
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Smart Circuiting automates circuit design in Revit, enhancing efficiency over manual methods.
• Smart Circuiting uses algorithms to automatically assign circuits based on load requirements.

• Manual Circuiting requires users to manually select and assign circuits, which is time-consuming.

• Smart Circuiting can quickly adapt to changes in the model, while manual methods require rework.

• For example, if a new device is added, Smar...read more
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Q14. How is the electrical Services are Coordinated with The other MEP Services In Ceiling Void ? ..(Ceiling Void MEP Coordination)
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Effective coordination of electrical services with MEP systems in ceiling voids ensures functionality and safety in building design.
• Use of 3D BIM models to visualize spatial relationships between electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.

• Regular coordination meetings among MEP teams to discuss potential clashes and resolve them early in the design phase.

• Implementation of clash detection software to identify conflict...read more
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Q15. Knowledge About Bentley Softwares Like Microstation--> Be honest About this Answer
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Normal to medium level general aptitude questions

Q1. Types of building contract
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Q2. Type of soil for each buildings
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Q1. Assesment day GD for 2 rounds
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Q2. All situational based questions
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Q1. Why do you want to join WSP?
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I want to join WSP for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and professional growth in engineering and environmental solutions.
• WSP's focus on sustainability aligns with my passion for environmentally responsible engineering, as seen in projects like the Green Building initiatives.

• The opportunity to work on diverse projects globally excites me, such as the Crossrail project in London, which showcases cutting-ed...read more
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Q2. What are the important things when working in team?
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Q3. What is your future career goal?
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Q4. Tell an incident where you got into conflict with your team member and how did you resolve it?
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Q5. Do you prefer to work in teams or by yourself and why?
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