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Engineer (8)

Ross

I think it could be either:

mechanic

contrive

'engineer' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)

This is the entire clue.

(Other definitions for mechanic that I've seen before include "Expert in fixing cars and machinery" , "One repairs machines" , "Skilled worker on machines" , "Trained garage assistant" , "Car repairer" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror, The Independent and The Daily Mail.
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