mechanic engineer
[/məˈkænɪk ˈɛndʒɪˌnɪr/]
nounpl: mechanic engineers
engenheiro mecânico
1. A professional engineer who designs, builds, and tests mechanical devices and systems, including engines, machines, and mechanical equipment
The mechanic engineer designed a new prototype for the automotive industry.
O engenheiro mecânico projetou um novo protótipo para a indústria automotiva.
2. A person qualified and licensed to apply the principles of mechanical engineering to practical problems
She works as a mechanic engineer in a manufacturing plant.
Ela trabalha como engenheira mecânica em uma fábrica de manufatura.
In Brazil, mechanical engineers are highly valued in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing. The profession requires formal education and often professional licensing through CONFEA (Conselho Federal de Engenharia e Agronomia). In the USA, mechanical engineers are typically required to obtain a Professional Engineer (PE) license for certain roles. The term 'mechanic engineer' is sometimes used colloquially, though 'mechanical engineer' is the more formal and correct terminology.
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