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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Javier Palma stands in front of a white board in a UMass Lowell classroom
Javier Palma
Electrical Engineering, UTeach

Javier Palma is earning a teaching license along with his B.S. in electrical engineering.

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UML Alumni Platen Atanosov stands in front of "Blue Moon," a lunar lander at Blue Origin.
Plamen Atanasov
Mechanical Engineering

Plamen Atanasov ’14 builds hardware for Blue Origin’s reusable rocket program, part of Jeff Bezos’ push to reduce space travel costs.

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Jennifer Schultz posing during a hike between two large red rocks
Jennifer Schultz
Mechanical Engineering

When she was younger, Jennifer Schultz didn’t want to be an engineer. Yet here she is, a summer intern in the office of Nonspec, a company that offers low-cost prosthetic limb systems. She even trekked to India with UMass Lowell’s B.V.B. Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program.

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Leo Montagna Jr. Plastics Engineering UMass Lowell
Leo Montagna
Plastics Engineering

Plastics Engineering alumnus Leo Montagna Jr. '70, '76 says he wouldn't be where is is today with the University. He is a devoted UMass Lowell donor and supporter of the Plastics Engineering Department.

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Dan Murphy poses in front of a theatre stage
Dan Murphy
Mechanical Engineering

Dan Murphy uses his mechanical engineering skills to design sets for Broadway performances.

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Jonathan Aguilar talking with two students at a desk
Jonathan Aguilar
Mechanical Engineering

Jonathan Aguilar ’21 started a 3D printing company as an undergrad that he now runs at the Haverhill Innovation Hub.

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Work with the Best

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