It's not unprofessional to make a compromise in order to meet a short term practical goal. It is highly dependent on the context and the type of short cut take

It's not unprofessional to make a compromise in order to meet a short term practical goal. It is highly dependent on the context and the type of short cut taken, but some quick fixes are simply the most pragmatic option. Great engineers, even in other fields, aim for the best results using constrained resources. Compromise is a key skill.