1940s
In 1941, brothers Eugen and Martin Hilti establish ‘Maschinenbau Hilti OHG’ as a five-man mechanical workshop in Schaan, in the Principality of Liechtenstein.
Preparing for your Hilti Interview
Our interview process is a two-way street. It is not just about us evaluating you as a candidate, but also you assessing whether our company and the opportunity align with your career goals and aspirations.
Steps to get you started
Our culture & values
Our values, integrity, courage, teamwork and commitment, are evident in our work every day.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Our goal is to make everyone feel like they belong at Hilti, where everyone can contribute their best.
Where Your Best Belongs
Hilti is where people are exploring possibilities, maximizing their potential, owning their personal development, and enjoying lasting careers.
What to expect
Interviews will be a mixture of questions and discussions about your experience and background.
“Why Hilti?” is a common question. We want to understand what inspired you to explore an opportunity with us, so we can get a better sense of who you are.
All interviewers will assess your potential for growth beyond the position you’re interviewing for. They'll evaluate how well your background and skills meet core competencies, along with how they relate to our Hilti culture. Our hiring and development process is focused on your strengths and potential, rather than simply past achievements.
Understand Yourself
What do you do well and enjoy? During our selection process we want to explore your strengths and how they can be leveraged in different roles where your interests lie.
Explore your potential. Which of your qualities would you like to develop further? What new skills would you like to learn? This will help you and us to build a baseline for ongoing development conversations throughout the year.
What values are important to you? We are interested to know what you stand for and if your actions align with our core values.
Our Interview Style
While we will assess your functional expertise, we will also ask you behavioral questions as we aim to gather real-life examples from your past experience to gain insight into your unique skills, values and personality traits. Structuring your answers following the CAR method technique, will help you to create structured, concise and engaging responses.
Here’s a more in depth look into the components of the CAR interview technique and valuable tips:
- Context. Provide context to help us understand the complexity of the situation. Ideally you provide background information without being overloaded with unnecessary details.
- Action. Explain the steps you took toward reaching your goal, pinpoint your exact contributions.
- Result. Tell us the outcome of the situation, how your actions directly impacted this outcome and what you learned. Feel free to bring in numbers and data if applicable.
It’s helpful to learn to recognize behavioral questions when they come up during the interview by listening for phrases like, “Tell me about a time when,” or “How have you handled,” followed by the scenario that we want to know more about.
Our Commitment - Find a Way to Embed Sustainability
We deliver innovative construction solutions that are safe and sustainable. At Hilti, we are building a better future through an ongoing commitment to the environment, our people and society.
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Interview Tips
There can be a lot of uncertainty and anxiety around interviewing - this is a big moment for the both of us! We've compiled a list of tips to help those pre-interview jitters, check it out below!
Learn moreOur Global History
1950s
In ’57, we developed the first powder-actuated tool, the DX 100 Piston Drive Fastener.
1960s
We set up our R&D Technical Center in Schaan in the '60s and developed the first electro-pneumatic hammer drill (TE 17) and mechanical anchor systems. The direct sales and marketing model, which is still unique, enabled us to expand in over 30 countries.
1970s
In the ‘70s, we built up our production facilities outside Liechtenstein. Austria and Germany were the first two locations, with eight more to follow in the following decades.
1980s
We entered the diamond drilling, screw fastening, and construction chemicals markets in the ‘80s and established an additional development center in Germany.
1990s
We continued to lead construction innovation by launching laser positioning systems, which have become ubiquitous on building sites worldwide since the 90s.
2000s
The ’00s marked the start of our pledge to support culture and sustainability. Egypt’s Sunken Treasures were excavated and exhibited for millions of visitors worldwide, with the support of the Hilti Foundation. We received the Carl Bertelsmann Prize for our company culture. We committed to the UN Global Compact principles.
2015
We opened a new and modern innovation center.
2016
We started modernizing our headquarters. By 2023 the Hilti campus will include two restaurants and a park, besides state-of-the-art research and office facilities.
2019
We opened the BIM Experience Center in Rotterdam to showcase how our digital solutions enhance construction projects worldwide, benefiting contractors, suppliers, construction workers and the people using the buildings.
2020
We launched two human augmentation solutions – the Jaibot and the EXO-O1 - to enhance construction workers’ health protection and safety worldwide. The global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®, recognized Hilti as one of the world’s best employers.
2021
- Over the decades, the Hilti Group's success has been strongly connected with our long-term succession planning. Over the next two years, Hilti will undergo a significant ‘Generation Change’ synchronized with Hilti's corporate strategy review.
- In 2021, Hilti acquired Fieldwire, a leading digital jobsite management platform for construction. This is a step towards our vision of becoming the leading digitalization partner for our customers.
2022
Hilti has launched ‘Nuron,’ a new cordless platform that radically simplifies work on construction sites, enhances tool park management, and drives performance to higher levels while improving operator health protection. Nuron is based on a single battery system that covers all relevant applications from light- to heavy-duty.
Final Thoughts
We will communicate any necessary details in a timely manner
We are committed to give you all the information you need to prepare for your interview well in advance. A recruiter will reach out to you prior to your first interview to ensure you don't have any questions ensuring you have time to prepare and present your best self during the interview process.
We value authenticity
Be yourself during the interview process, showcase your genuine personality and strengths. Your unique qualities are what we are looking for.
Feel free to ask questions
This is your chance to demonstrate your genuine interest in Hilti. We commit to allocate time for your enquiries, so come prepared to engage and learn more about us.