Synonyms for engineer

noun

1. A specialist in engineering

   surveyor, designer, planner, builder, inventor, technician, bridge monkey*, sights*, techie*. see also electronics, science 1.

   Types of engineers include: mining, civil, metallurgical, geological, atomic, nuclear, architectural, chemical, construction, stationary, military, naval, flight, pneumatic, hydraulic, marine, electronic, communications, electrical, mechanical, acoustic, design, manufacturing, industrial, research, developmental, systems;

2. The operator of a locomotive

   driver, motorman, brakeman, stoker, fireman, engineman, hoghead*, hogger*, Casey Jones*, lokey man*, engine tamer*.

verb