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

Aidan George lifting a barbell as part of the UMass Lowell Powerlifting Club.
Aidan George
Biomedical Engineering

From powerlifting and internships to language study and volunteering, Aidan George is making the most of every opportunity at UMass Lowell.

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Harish Hande
Harish Hande
Renewable Energy Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Social entrepreneur Harish Hande is helping the poor in India in an economically and environmentally sustainable way, by bringing affordable solar power to the countryside.

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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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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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Zach McDonough, facilities project coordinator at UMass Lowell
Zach McDonough
Civil and Environmental Engineering

As senior project manager with Facilities Management, Zach McDonough ’16 is building a successful career path at his alma mater.

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Becky O'Hara and family stand at Cardinals baseball game.
Becky O'Hara
Mechanical Engineering

Working in the Baseball Research Center prepared Becky O’Hara ’06 for a job at Rawlings Sporting Goods, where she now heads research and development.

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Work with the Best

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