Engineer Test

The engineer test is designed to establish how good an individual's knowledge and understanding of general engineering and mechanical principles are.

Try for free

What is an engineer test?

It's important when recruiting engineers that employers are confident of a candidate's level of knowledge and skills, so that they can trust their ability to carry out their job safely and successfully.

Typically, the engineer test is a multiple choice assessment covering a range of topics, from mechanics and force, to spatial awareness and electricity. Candidates will have to select the correct answer from a few possible options, and move through the test maintaining a careful balance of speed and accuracy.

To do well, candidates need to demonstrate a solid understanding of the basic principles of engineering. As well as this, they'll need to show they can keep calm under pressure, and have a natural capacity for problem-solving.

Jump to a section on this page:

  1. What is an engineer test?
  2. Why should you use an engineer test for recruiting?
  3. How our test assesses engineering skills
  4. Engineer Test FAQs

About the Engineer Test

The engineer test will examine the breadth of a candidate's understanding of basic principles such as mass, electricity, mechanics and force. Each candidate will need to show they can work well under timed conditions, and that they can cope with pressure while solving engineering challenges.

Tests such as these help employers to make better hiring decisions, which saves both time and money.

Why should you use an engineer test for recruiting?

The engineering test gives employers additional insight about the candidates they're assessing. With the test, employers are able to make less biased choices, and feel confident in the level of knowledge and understanding each applicant has.

The test assesses a range of skills, from the basic principles involved in engineering, to a candidate's innate spatial awareness and ability to keep calm under pressure.

The engineer test could help employers hire for the following roles:

View a sample report

Results for the Engineer Test along with other assessments the candidate takes will be compiled to produce a candidate report.

The report is automatically generated and available both online and as a downloadable pdf so they can be shared with other team members and employees alike.

Download sample report
App screenshot

How our test assesses engineering skills

Candidates will need to answer a range of questions that measure industry-specific technical skills where applicable (e.g. Microsoft Excel), soft skills (e.g. teamwork), aptitude (e.g. mechanical reasoning) and relevant personality dimensions (e.g. curiosity). The results present a holistic view of how well suited each candidate is for the job at hand, using a data-driven approach.

The format varies by type of question, including multiple-choice for aptitude and technical skills, situational judgement for soft skills and agreement on a Likert scale for the personality dimensions. This approach ensures candidates are being assessed in an accurate and fair manner, and that results reflect the true underlying qualities of each candidate.

The characteristics, abilities and knowledge necessary to be an engineer were identified using the US Department of Labor's comprehensive O*NET database. O*NET is the leading source of occupational information that is constantly updated by collecting data from employees in specific job roles.

During the development process, test questions were rigorously analysed to maximise reliability and validity in line with industry best practices. They were created by our team of I/O psychologists and psychometricians – who collaborated with subject-matter-experts – and field-tested with a representative sample of job applicants who have varying experience, just like you might find in a talent pool.

Each test is reviewed by a panel of individuals representing diverse backgrounds to check for any sensitivity, fairness, face validity and accessibility issues. This ensures each candidate has a fair chance of demonstrating their true level of expertise.

Our engineer test is monitored to ensure it is up-to-date and optimised for performance.

Our test platform

Our platform offers an extensive library of hundreds of tests, giving you the flexibility to select and combine them in any way that suits your hiring needs. From understanding specific role requirements to assessing general cognitive abilities, our diverse library ensures you can tailor your assessment process precisely.

Multi-format.
Our test questions come in various formats, including multiple-choice, true and false, ranking and situational judgment, all ensuring comprehensive candidate assessment.
Role-specific simulations.
Experience real-world scenarios with our role-specific simulations, providing accurate insights into candidates' performance, readiness and fit for the position.
Adaptive scoring.
Our adaptive scoring system evaluates responses in real-time, by adjusting to the candidate's ability level, enhancing accuracy and reliability.

Curated by our
team of experts

Expert 1 Expert 2 Expert 3

Scientifically validated by psychometric specialists

  • Our team of assessment experts is made up of I/O psychologists, psychometricians, and subject matter experts who work closely together to ensure each test is accurate and reliable.
  • Our subject matter experts are rigorously vetted and typically have several years of experience working in their industries and hold advanced credentials.

Frequently asked questions

What qualifications does an engineer need?

As well as a solid understanding of engineering principles and the relevant qualifications, applicants for engineering roles will need to demonstrate an ability to think laterally and to make quick calculations accurately.

What types of engineering are there?

There are many different types of engineering roles, from structural to mechanical. The basic principle uniting them all is the use of maths and science to design, test and create robust structures and processes.

What is the cost for Neuroworx's engineering test?

Neuroworx operates on a monthly or annual subscription basis. We have several plans to suit your hiring needs, which you can check out here. Alternatively, you can get in touch with us to discuss a custom plan.

Can I get a free trial?

Yes, simply sign up (no credit card is required) and we'll give you unlimited access for seven days. Create as many jobs and test as many candidates as you want; you won't be charged a penny.

Related tests

Boost your hiring power.
Start using Neuroworx today.

Talk is cheap. We offer a 7-day free trial so you can see our platform for yourselves.

Try for free