The UMass Lowell Francis College of Engineering provides talent and technology in engineering, advanced materials, advanced manufacturing, electronics and sustainable energy. 
Susan Roberts.

Meet Dean Susan Roberts

As dean, I am dedicated to fostering a collaborative, transparent and supportive culture that promotes excellence in all aspects of our college. I invite you to join us—whether as a student, alumnus, industry partner or fellow educator—as we shape the next chapter of the Francis College of Engineering. This is a place where ideas flourish, confidence takes hold,and engineers emerge. I’m proud to lead this exceptional community and look forward to all we will accomplish together. Read more about Dean Roberts vision.

Hear From Our Students, Alumni & More

Nardine Faheem seated outdoors
Nardine Faheem
Mechanical Engineering

Nardine Faheem is UML’s first recipient of a three-year, $75,000 Entegris scholarship for STEM students from underrepresented populations.

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Matt-Macioci-Environmental-Portrait
Matt Macioci
Mechanical Engineering

Thanks to professional co-ops at New Balance and Teradyne, mechanical engineering major Matt Macioci has designs on a future career working with complex machinery.

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Brianna Atwood volunteering at St. Patrick's School in Lowell
Brianna Atwood
Plastics Engineering

Brianna Atwood came to UMass Lowell to study plastics engineering – but she’s done so much more. The honors student started a volunteer program that connects UML students with a local school. She has also participated in the professional co-op program, working on fire-resistant seals for airplanes.

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Matt Paxton works outdoors with another person building a steel bridge.
Matt Paxton
Civil Engineering

Steel Bridge Team President Matt Paxton developed his skills and knowledge about infrastructure through a rail internship at MassDOT.

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Joey Mead
Joey Mead
Plastics Engineering

For most of her professional life, Prof. Joey Mead has been interested in plastics.

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Plastics engineering student Evan Yu poses in front of a sign with "Commonwealth Honors: UMass Lowell Living-Learning Community"
Evan Yu
Plastics Engineering

Evan Yu didn’t know much about plastics engineering coming into college. He graduates with a deep appreciation for its role in helping the planet.

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Work with the Best

The Francis College of Engineering is currently searching for faculty members in a number of positions.