2 - Professional Interview Procedures In Malaysia

DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED TO INTERVIEWERS * REPORT ON TRAINING &

EXPERIENCE

- to be verified (certified) * LOG BOOK (if applicable) * DRAWINGS &/OR OTHER DOCUMENTS -

to be verified (certified)

Documents to be submitted • two copies of a typewritten Report on A4 paper, properly indexed and separated in a ring file, giving an account of the training and experience • at least two and not more than four working drawings; AND • detailed design calculations relating to one or more of the candidate’s own submitted drawings; AND • specifications; AND • a set of quantities, comprising abstract, take off sheets or shop list relating either to one of the submitted drawings or to another drawing, not prepared by the candidate which must also be submitted;

• Every drawing and document is to be signed by the engineer, who is in a responsible position as the employer or the principal for it or under whom it was prepared.

• The documents should be sent by the candidates to the Principal Interviewer. • Each sheet of drawing and every document must bear the candidate’s name and must be fully described in Form IEM/PI (2). • It is essential that the drawings and documents submitted shall be the work of the candidate in the ordinary course of his employment. Drawings and documents prepared as exercises during university or college courses are not admissible.

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• Many candidates submit documents that do not meet the criteria. These will take up a lot of time and cause waiting delays

ORAL INTERVIEW QUESTIONS * BASIC ENGINEERING * TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE * PROJECT/DRAWINGS/ CALCULATIONS

DURATION 30 - 45 Minutes

PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER What we look for ! • Ethical • Competent • Intellectual • Mature • Responsible

Able to analyse & solve engineering problems Good Management & Communication Skills

Able to perform Design works & Site Supervision

Assume Responsibilities

DEMONSTRATE

Competency/Mastery of the requirements in the areas of work necessary for a Professional Engineer

What does it mean? • Candidate is able to show he has grasped the knowledge, both practical and technical related to sound practice of engineering in that field • Knowledge of codes/regulations related to that field .. continued

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• Take into account/anticipate problems likely to be encountered • Be able to come up with solutions acceptable/suitable – future expansion, maintenance etc. .. continued

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• Ability to deal confidently with clients eg convince client on requirements in the best interest of engineering/safety, conformance to regulations are also in the best interest of the client • Solutions at optimum costs (costeffective solutions) .. continued

SECTION A -

training and experience - basic engineering

SECTION B -

code of ethics

DURATION: 1 1/2 HOURS EACH

WHAT IS EXPECTED SECTION A * basic engineering knowledge * professionalism of candidate - experience in design works - experience in site works - project work

SECTION B

Ethics Candidates are to demonstrate: •an understanding of the professional code of ethics and conduct •his understanding of the ROLE of engineers in the Society vis-à-vis his professional Code of Ethics •he can write and present in a clear and concise manner

CONCLUSION •If you have the correct experience and reflect it in your documents, the interview should proceed smoothly

•Prepare well for it!

THANK YOU & WE LOOK FORWARD TO RECEIVING YOUR APPLICATION SOON!!