1. How far are you into the search for this role? -> what seems to be missing from the candidates you are speaking to?

2. What is the mechanical team’s strengths, and what would you like to see improved – if anything

3. Why is this position open – Are you expanding?

4, What does it mean to be a culture fit here?

5. What are the growth opportunities for a mechanical engineer?

6. How is the team structures and how many people are on the team? -> What does the interaction look like with other teams?

8. If I were to enter into this role

• What does an exceptional mechanical engineer do that makes them highly valued. 
• What are some things that I can learn in the near future to make me better prepared? 

9. Is there anything you can share that you are working on? New products? Current challenges? -> what could I possibly be working on within the first month?

10. Is there anything I didn’t cover from my intake form, or portfolio, that I can clear up better?

11. What are the next steps?

12. GD&T

Closing remark – I know hiring an employee is a big investment – I truly am confident that I can contribute to the companies mission and if you take a chance on me I can prove that it would be a good decision.