• Don't be afraid to be silly when picking out a gift for an engineer.Oppenheim Bernhard/Digital Vision/Getty Images
  
  If you have an engineer in your life, you're familiar with the unusual workings of their bright, calculating mind. Engineers are known for lofty ideas and mathematical skills, but most have a quirky sense of humor. It's scarce to find an engineer who won't appreciate a silly gag gift targeted at the profession.
  
  

"Dilbert" Products

• "Dilbert," a comic strip about an electrical engineer navigating the corporate workplace, is written by an engineer. This comic strip is popular among many, especially those working in engineering. "Dilbert" gag gifts are abundant. A book of "Dilbert" comics is one choice, "Dilbert" stress toys, mugs, laptop cases, breath mints, T-shirts and water bottles are among the other items available for gag gifts.
  
  

Robots

• Engineers love to tinker and create. Giving an engineer a robot is one way to engage this curiosity. There are many whimsical robot kits available, including robotic arms, car robots, human and animal replica robots, boxing robots and LEGO brand robots. Most engineers should have no problem assembling an advanced robot kit.
  
  

Products With Math or Physics Jokes

• With fine minds for mathematics and physics, engineers have such a comprehensive understanding of these subjects that a complex mathematical joke is appreciated, be it a play on words or just a long string of figures. Particularly amusing are mugs or T-shirts with physics and math jokes. Engineering-specific math and physics jokes are appealing, too.