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

Teddy Lagrander stands in front of a display of cars at a museum.
Ted Lagrander
Mechanical Engineering

Ted Lagrander studied engineering in Germany over the summer.

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Jack Sullivan works with machinery in a UMass Lowell plastics engineering lab.
Jack Sullivan
Plastics Engineering

Jack Sullivan is gaining hands-on experience through co-ops, research and teaching that is preparing him to design more sustainable solutions for the plastics industry.

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Chris & Paula White
Engineering

The founders of what has become a multimillion dollar premium, all-natural cookie dough and ice cream sandwich company hold degrees in engineering.

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Mina Le sits at the front desk in front of a computer at the Student Employment Office at University Crossing
Mina Le
Chemical Engineering

Senior chemical engineering major Mina Le chose a work-study job at the front desk of the Student Employment Office because she wanted to improve her communication skills. She’s done that and more, being named the university’s Student Employee of the Year.

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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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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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Work with the Best

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