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.

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Kevin Twitchell wearing a mask at his job at Brooks Automation
Kevin Twitchell
Criminal Justice, Mechanical Engineering Technology

Kevin Twitchell graduated the first time as a criminal justice major – and then switched direction, going back to school at night to get a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering technology.

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Stephen Johnson at Commencement
Stephen Johnson
Mechanical Engineering

After 35 years at General Electric, Stephen Johnson earned a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, where he developed a software tool that shows wind turbine blade manufacturers whether automation can save time and money.

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Louis Chin speaks at a lectern.
Louis Chin
Mechanical Engineering

UMass Lowell’s strong partnerships in the defense industry helped Louis Chin ’20 launch a career in the U.S. Department of the Air Force.

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Jacquie Moloney, Chancellor of UMass Lowell; James Peyser, Secretary of Education for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts; David Preusse, President of Wittmann Battenfeld Inc.; and Joseph Hartman, Dean of the Francis College of Engineering at UMass Lowell
David Preusse
Mechanical Engineering

Three decades after earning his mechanical engineering degree, Wittmann Battenfeld President David Preusse is helping the university develop the next generation of innovative, highly skilled engineers.

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Fatin Rahman posing with another student in front of Society for Women Engineers booth.
Fatin Rahman
Civil Engineering

Fatin Rahman combines her skills for academics and leadership to inspire women and underrepresented students in engineering.

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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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Work with the Best

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