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Siemens assessment 2026: the complete guide

Updated April 2026 · 12 min read · Global technology company · 320,000+ employees

Full nameSiemens AG
HeadquartersMunich, Germany
Assessment typeVaries by country: SHL / Kenexa / Talogy / custom platform
Graduate programmeSiemens Graduate Program (SGP) — 18–24 months, rotational
UK/Europe processOnline application → Cognitive tests → Video interview → Assessment Centre
Core valuesResponsible · Innovative · Customer-focused · Diverse · Sustainable

Siemens is a global technology conglomerate operating across infrastructure, industry, mobility, and digital industries. Its graduate hiring is decentralised — the specific assessment tools used vary significantly by country, business unit, and role type. In the UK, candidates for engineering and technology roles most commonly encounter Kenexa or SHL numerical and verbal reasoning tests followed by a competency-based video interview. German candidates may encounter proprietary Siemens-designed online assessments. For management/commercial roles globally, the process tends to mirror standard professional services assessment structures.

Siemens UK/Europe assessment process

StageContentDuration
1. Application formCV, motivation, programme selectionVaries
2. Online aptitude testsNumerical + verbal reasoning (SHL or Kenexa format)40–60 min total
3. Recorded video interview3–5 competency questions~30 min
4. Assessment CentreGroup exercise, case study, technical/competency interviewHalf to full day

Aptitude tests

Siemens UK graduate roles typically use SHL Verify (numerical and verbal reasoning) or Kenexa Advance tests. The numerical test requires chart and table interpretation: percentages, ratios, rate-of-change analysis. The verbal test presents business or technical passages followed by true/false/cannot say statements. Both tests are timed (20–25 minutes each). For engineering roles, there may also be a basic mechanical reasoning or spatial reasoning component.

Siemens Assessment Centre

The assessment centre typically includes: a group exercise (a technical or commercial case study relevant to Siemens' business — energy efficiency, smart infrastructure, rail systems, industrial automation), an individual presentation (often prepared in advance on a Siemens-relevant topic), and a final interview combining technical questions (engineering/technology depth) with competency questions (Siemens values and behaviours). Siemens places particular emphasis on sustainability and innovation — demonstrate awareness of Siemens' DEGREE framework (Decarbonisation, Ethics, Governance, Resource efficiency, Equity, Employability).

Process

The Siemens hiring process

Siemens's global graduate schemes are competitive — intake sizes of 100–500 across dozens of countries. Process runs 6–10 weeks.

  • Week 1: Application.
  • Week 2–3: Game-based assessment (Pymetrics or similar) + numerical and verbal reasoning.
  • Week 4: HireVue-style video interview, 3–5 questions.
  • Week 6–8: Discovery Centre / Assessment Day — group exercise, business case, final interview.
  • Week 9–10: Offer.
Assessments

Tests at each Siemens stage

  • Game-based assessment: 10–15 short games measuring cognitive and behavioural traits. Results benchmark against existing Siemens employees.
  • Aptitude: Standard SHL numerical and verbal — not unusually hard, but timing is tight.
  • Video interview: Motivation, leadership, an open-ended business or sustainability scenario.
  • Assessment Day: Group exercise around a case relevant to Siemens's industry + business case presentation.
Pass criteria

What passes each Siemens stage

  • Game-based assessment: Rather than a raw percentile, results feed a "fit profile" compared to high-performers in your target function. Inauthentic play lowers fit.
  • Aptitude: Top 50% typically progresses.
  • Assessment Day: Strongest candidates demonstrate commercial awareness of Siemens's industry, structured thinking, and collaboration during the group exercise — not just individual brilliance.
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What aptitude tests does Siemens use?

Siemens uses a mix of psychometric assessments — typically numerical reasoning, verbal reasoning, situational judgement, and sometimes an immersive online assessment. Siemens's specific test provider varies by role and location. The most common providers are SHL, Kenexa, HireVue, and Cappfinity.

Can TestSolve help me pass Siemens's tests?

Yes. TestSolve supports every major test provider Siemens uses. Whether you're facing SHL Verify Numerical, a Kenexa verbal reasoning, a HireVue video interview with AI-graded competency questions, or a Cappfinity SJT, TestSolve reads the question on your screen and sends the answer to your phone in under 5 seconds.

What's the pass mark for Siemens?

Siemens rarely publishes an official pass mark. Based on candidate reports, top 50% of applicants typically advance for most graduate and experienced-hire roles, while competitive schemes (e.g. investment banking, consulting partner track) may require top 25–30%. Higher is always safer.

How long is the Siemens recruitment process?

Most Siemens hiring processes take 4–8 weeks from application to offer. Aptitude tests usually come in week 1 or 2, followed by video interview, case study or assessment centre, and final-round interview. The test stage is often the most common filter — TestSolve helps you pass it cleanly.

Can Siemens detect TestSolve during an assessment?

No. TestSolve operates outside the browser at the OS level. It does not open new tabs, does not copy to the clipboard, does not steal browser focus, and produces no on-screen artifacts — the answer appears on your phone, not on the test screen. None of Siemens's standard monitoring signals are triggered by an F8 keypress.

Does TestSolve work for Siemens tests in non-English regions?

Yes. Siemens runs hiring in multiple countries and many of its assessments are localised. TestSolve reads the question in the original language and returns the explanation in the same language. Best supported: English, Deutsch, Français, Español, Italiano, Português and Nederlands. Letter answers (A/B/C/D) are kept as-is.

How much does TestSolve cost?

One free solve to try, no signup. After that, $14.99 for 30 questions (valid 7 days) or $19.99 for 50 questions (valid 14 days). Designed to cover one full Siemens assessment with practice to spare.

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