Dr. Larry Borodkin, SVP | December 10, 2025 |
- Talent Acquisition
PRADCO’s Quick View™ Engineer Assessment: 10 Minutes to Smarter Engineer Selection and Development
A survey by McKinsey and Company found that over 70% of engineering leaders believe failures in communication are the root causes of delays and cost overruns. According to the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 85% of engineers state that poor documentation leads to project inefficiencies (Engineering Strategy News, 2023). In today’s competitive landscape, organizations need engineers who not only possess technical expertise but also demonstrate strength in behaviors such as adaptability and the ability to influence others. Recognizing this need, PRADCO developed the Quick View™ Engineer Assessment – a fast, focused, and flexible tool designed to help organizations identify engineering talent that aligns with their culture and performance expectations.
Built for Both Traditional and IT Engineering Roles
Whether you’re hiring a mechanical engineer for a manufacturing plant or a software engineer for a tech team, the Quick View™ Engineer Assessment is designed to be applicable. It evaluates behaviors that are critical across engineering disciplines, including problem-solving, adaptability, and collaboration. This makes it a valuable resource for organizations seeking consistency in how they assess engineering candidates or develop their current engineers, regardless of their technical specialty.
Key Behaviors That Matter
The Quick View™ Engineer Assessment focuses on the non-technical competencies that distinguish high-performing engineers. These include:
- Results Focus: Demonstrating urgency, initiative, and driving projects forward
- Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy and compliance in work output
- Organization: Managing time and resources effectively across multiple projects
- Adaptability: Embracing change and learning new technologies quickly
- Communication: Sharing technical information clearly and proactively
- Influence: Motivating others and gaining support without formal authority
- Listening: Actively soliciting input and understanding team dynamics
- Collaboration: Working across functions and sharing knowledge
- Resilience: Pushing through setbacks and maintaining momentum
- Resourcefulness: Finding creative solutions and exploring multiple perspectives
- Analytical Judgment: Identifying root causes and offering practical solutions
These behaviors were consistently identified through focus groups with engineering leaders at multiple organizations, who emphasized attributes such as persistence, coachability, and the ability to work through complexity as essential for success.
Fast, Easy, and Insightful
One of the most attractive features of the Quick View™ Engineer Assessment is its efficiency. The assessment takes 10 minutes to complete, making it ideal for high-volume hiring or early-stage screening. Despite its brevity, it delivers rich insights that help hiring managers quickly make informed decisions and help engineering leaders develop their engineering teams.
The results are presented in a report that highlights strengths and potential derailers, offers follow-up questions, and provides developmental suggestions. Whether you’re evaluating candidates for an open position or developing your current engineers, the Quick View™ Engineer Assessment provides a reliable and valid snapshot of behavioral fit.
Flexible Reporting Options to Meet Your Needs
The Quick View™ Engineer Assessment offers two distinct reporting formats to suit different organizational needs. One version includes benchmarking, which compares a candidate’s results against a customized success model based on your organization’s top performers. This allows for a clear, visual representation of how well a candidate aligns with your specific success criteria. The other version provides a comprehensive overview, offering a standalone view of the candidate’s behavioral strengths and developmental areas. Both formats deliver actionable insights, whether you’re hiring for a new role or developing existing talent.
Conclusion
The Quick View™ Engineer Assessment is more than a hiring tool – it is a strategic asset for building stronger engineering teams. With its speed, relevance, and adaptability, it empowers organizations to make smarter selection decisions and develop engineers who thrive in both technical and non-technical areas.
