The Best Gifts For Engineers In 2024
So You Are Shopping For An Engineer?
Look no further! Engineers can be very difficult to shop for. Being married to one I’ve had to buy gifts for many birthdays, anniversaries , and holidays. Each time I really had to do my research to find gifts that are practical, but fun.
To help you find the perfect gift I complied a list of 30 different gifts. This list includes items that are not geeky and tacky, but unique and functional. There are items for engineers who are also gamers, coffee lovers, mixologists, readers, and more.
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1.) Personalized Gaming Lights
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This handcrafted neon sign will make the perfect edition to your engineers gaming/office space. Personalize it with a name or phrase.
2.) Engineering Tie
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This high-quality tie is perfect for the office or a night out at a tech conference.
3.) Puzzle Box
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My husband and I love a good puzzle and this one had us stumped for a while. Any engineer who loves a brain challenge will absolutely love this gift.
4.) Cocktail Smoker Kit
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Engineers love experimenting and this cocktail smoker kit gives them the opportunity to do it with their cocktails. This kit comes with six different types of wood chips giving your engineer endless cocktail ideas.
5.) LED Keyboard
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These beautiful LED keyboards can help create a creative, more fun workspace. These designs are popular with both men and women.
6.) Engineer Shirt
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Sometimes, even the most brilliant minds need a way to lighten the mood. That’s where this funny engineer t-shirt comes in.
7.) Building Blocks
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These building blocks aren’t just child’s play. For engineers of all ages, these little blocks can be a powerful tool for sparking creativity and unwinding after a long day of problem-solving.
8.) Project Hail Mary
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If you have an engineer who loves reading fiction then this is the book for them. One of my personal favorites, Andy Weir creates a page-turning story full of science and adventure. Once they start this book its going to be hard for them to put it down.
9.) Safecracker Wood Puzzle
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This ingenious brain teaser isn’t just about solving a puzzle; it’s about unlocking a world of strategic thinking, problem-solving, and a sense of accomplishment that’s truly unbeatable. Even the smartest of engineers will find this puzzle challenging.
10.) Raspberry Pi
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This affordable, credit-card sized computer is perfect for any engineer looking to experiment, learn, and build.
11.) Magnetic Wristband
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This wristband has embedded magnets that hold screws, nuts, nails, drill bits, and other small metal objects within easy reach. No more diving into your toolbox or scouring the floor. Any handy engineer will love this gift.
12.) Mouse Pad With Wrist Rest
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These mouse pads are the perfect accent for any gaming or work space. The wrist rest helps relieve that discomfort that comes with hours of using a computer mouse.
13.) Approved Face Stamp
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These hilarious stamps are the perfect gift for any engineer with a sense of humor. This stamps are completely customizable and make great stocking stuffers for the holidays.
14.) Magnetic Tray
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These magnetic trays are the perfect gift for any handy engineer. These trays can hold screws, bolts, nuts, washers, small metal tools and parts to help keep their work area neat, clean, and organized (we all know how much engineers love organization).
15.) Women In Science Book
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This fascinating, educational book features fifty beautifully illustrated portraits of famous women in STEM throughout history. Women in Science also contains relevant topics such as lab equipment and rates of women currently working in STEM fields.
16.) Desk mat
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These desk mats come in so many unique designs and add personality to your engineers workspace. It also serves a practical purpose to protect their desk from scratches and spills.
17.) Fidget Gel Pen
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These pens are perfect for the engineers, they are practical and playful. When your engineer is bored or just needs a brain break these pens can be disassembled and reassemble into different shapes. Their imagination is the limit.
18.) Grip Work Gloves
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These work gloves are perfect for people who are always working on projects and are always on their phone. These gloves are specially designed to be touchscreen-friendly while protecting the hands.
19.) Minipresso
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The Minipresso is about the size of a large coffee canister, making it incredibly portable. Toss it in your backpack or briefcase, and you’ll have access to café-quality coffee wherever you go. This is perfect for any campers who love their coffee.
20.) Chemistry Whiskey Glass
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These glasses are the perfect gift for chemical engineers who also love their cocktails. This unique gift is sure to be a favorite.
21.) Mini Drone
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This affordable drone is the perfect gift for anyone looking into getting into taking aerial photos and videos. This mini drone equipped with 90°manual adjustable 1080P HD Wi-Fi.
22.) Ender 3 3D Printer
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This budget-friendly and versatile machine is perfect for engineers looking to bring their ideas to life. The Ender 3 can print tools, cases, figurines, and much more.
23.) Light Up Word Clock
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This sophisticated LED Light-Up Word Clock makes the perfect edition to any home or office.
24.) Hand Massager
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Engineers very rarely treat themselves. This hand massager is the perfect gift to help them do that. This massager can help loosen tight muscles caused by tinkering with projects or coding for hours.
25.) Hover Pen
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This pen is such a good decoration for an office and is a great conversation starter.
26.) LED Flashlight Gloves
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This gloves make working in dark or tight place so much easier. The bright LED lights are attached to the gloves so that the user can use both of their hands while working.
27.) Crystal Ball Solar System Model
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This crystal ball is the perfect gift for a space enthusiast. Any aerospace engineer would love to have this beautiful item decorating their desk.
28.) 3D Printing Pen
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This 3D printing pen is the perfect gift for your engineer to release their inner child. With this pen you can create 3D drawings and figurines. This affordable gift makes the perfect stocking stuffer.
29.) Custom Leather Portfolio
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This beautifully crafted portfolio is the perfect gift for a graduate or to celebrate a new job. You can customize this portfolio to make it extra special.
30.) Customizable Engineer Mug
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This unique mug is the perfect gift for any coffee loving engineer. The personalization makes the mug that much more special. This affordable gift is another good stocking stuffer
I hope you found what you are looking for! If you have any questions or comments please email me at caitaustinco@gmail.com.
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