I applied online. I interviewed at Lam Research (San Jose, CA) in Feb 2020
Interview
Introductory hour interview
2 hour technical interview with one hour dedicated to workplace scenarios and the other to fundamental mechanical engineering technical questions
final stage: 1 hour technical presentation on a preprepared topic
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Explain how to alter thermal conduction heat transfer in a specific example.
Phone screening - very simple overview of my experience and description of the role. Was asked basic questions on my resume and if I had experience with certain tools. This included SEM, AFM, etc. They also told me about the location
I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at Lam Research (Tualatin, OR)
Interview
Incoherent; individual interviewers were great, but the process was entirely opaque. I was escorted to the door silently, buth then I got an offer. It was very strange. The hiring manager seemed eager to get me to accept, but was evasive when I asked questions.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What's the difference betwen a 10-32 bolt and a 10-28 bolt?
I applied through university. The process took 3 days. I interviewed at Lam Research
Interview
Made me feel very comfortable and all technical questions were application based
Most of the questions were based on my resume, the interviewers were friendly and guided me when I answered wrong
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Basics of solid mechanics and thorough questioning on all project experience
