Ingeniero (en. Engineer)

/in.xeˈnje.ɾo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Professional who applies scientific and mathematical knowledge to solve technical problems.
The engineer designed a new water supply system.
El ingeniero diseñó un nuevo sistema de abastecimiento de agua.
Person who manages works, projects, or research in the technical field.
The civil engineer was responsible for the construction of the bridge.
El ingeniero civil fue responsable de la construcción del puente.
Specialist in the use of technologies for product development.
The software engineer developed an innovative application.
El ingeniero de software desarrolló una aplicación innovadora.

Etymology

From Latin 'ingeniātor', which means 'the one who engenders or creates'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

systems engineer
Professional specialized in the integration and management of information technologies.
ingeniero de sistemas
industrial engineer
Specialist in process improvement and operations management.
ingeniero industrial
civil engineer
Professional devoted to works and structures in civil engineering.
ingeniero civil

Related Words

engineering
Discipline that is responsible for the design and construction of products and systems.
ingeniería
specialty
Field of knowledge or technique in which an engineer specializes.
especialidad
project
Detailed plan that an engineer develops to carry out a work or research.
proyecto

Slang Meanings

Ingenious
You are a real engineer for finding quick solutions.
Eres un verdadero ingeniero para encontrar soluciones rápidas.
Planner
He is the engineer behind this entire innovative project.
Él es el ingeniero detrás de todo este proyecto innovador.