Jayant Prakash: Placed at Caterpillar

I am Jayant Prakash (Roll No - 22129008), pursuing my master's degree in sustainable energy engineering. My thesis is on electro-thermal modeling of li-ion cell and thermal runaway prediction., studying in IIT Kanpur will be joining Caterpillar Associate Engineer – Battery Modelling and Analysis. Here are some brief insights.

Shortlisted Profiles & Companies:

Solar Energy Corporation of India

Selection Process of the Company you are selected in 1) Resume Shortlist, 2) GD, 3)Test

1. Resume Shortlist

Insights on the interview process

1. In resume shortlisting, they have shortlisted based on CPI (>8.0) and projects (If you have mentioned any project related to battery). 2. After the Resume shortlist, a total of 8 to 10 students were selected for the technical interview. 3. After the technical interview, they took the HR round and selected one student for this profile.

Sample Interview Questions?

1. Introduce yourself 2. They asked about my B. Tech project. 3. Some basic questions on Li-ion batteries and manufacturing processes. 4. Asked about my M.tech thesis. They mostly focused on the thesis or any project which you have mentioned related to battery.

Preparation Resources

1. I have watched NPTEL video on electric vehicles. 2. Introduction to BMS – Coursera

Advice for students (do's and don'ts)

Target single profile or if you are not sure then go for two profiles.