Pronunciation

/ˌenʤɪˈniər/

Definitions

• Noun: A person who designs, builds, maintains, or improves complex systems, machinery, structures, or public works, typically having specialized knowledge in areas such as civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, or software engineering. Example: “She’s a software engineer at a tech company.”
• Verb: (transitive) To design, build, or manage something using scientific and technical knowledge, especially in the fields of construction, manufacturing, or technology. Example: “They engineered a new bridge that would withstand extreme weather conditions.”

Noun Examples

• “The lead engineer on the project has over 20 years of experience.”
• “Aerospace engineers design spacecraft and satellites.”

Verb Examples

• “They engineered a solution to reduce pollution from factory emissions.”
• “He engineered the product to be more energy-efficient.”

Phrases

• “To engineer a solution”: To design and implement a method to solve a problem.
• “Reverse engineer”: To take apart and analyze an object or system to understand how it works or to replicate it without prior knowledge of its internal workings.

Synonyms

• Designer
• Constructor
• Developer
• Technician
• Innovator
• Architect (in certain contexts)
• Technologist

Related Terms and Phrases

• Engineering
• Mechanical engineer
• Civil engineer
• Electrical engineer
• Chemical engineer
• Software engineer
• Industrial engineer
• Design engineer
• Systems engineer