UPRM ENGINEERING COMMUNITY SUMMIT

ECoS 2025

It is with great pride that we announce the Engineering Community Summit (ECoS) on Saturday, October 11, 2025.  Throughout the years, our School  of Engineering has been a prolific source of professionals that have paved the transformation of our society.

ECoS provides companies the opportunity to promote their work, give students, faculty, and engineering professionals the opportunity to learn about the latest developments in STEM related fields, and serve as a catalyst for strengthening relations between university, industry, and community.(See ECoS_2024_Report)

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STEM Relevant Topics

Resume Book

Renowned Speakers

Student Sponsorships

See you on October 11, 2025!

Conference Schedule

7:00am - 8:00am Registration & Breakfast @ Students Center - Sponsored by L3Harris
9:40am - 10:30am Block 1

Topic: TBD

Abstract.

.Speaker:  TBD

Place: TBD

Topic: From Internship to Industry – Our Journey with TRC

Abstract.

Have you ever wondered how a college internship can turn into a full- me remote engineering job? Join us as we share our personal story—how a hands-on internship and a referral eventually led to a professional role at TRC. We’ll walk through the key moments of our journey and how the transition from academia to industry was possible. Along the way, we’ll explore real stories tied to storm response, language barriers as Latino engineers, adapting to state and utility regulations from PR to FL, NC, and SC, and respecting local environmental policies, and how teamwork and innovation helped us grow.

Speaker: Dem Ele III Santiago-Santiago

Speaker Ruben E. Leoncio-Caban

 

Place: TBD

10:30am - 11:00am Morning Break @ Students Center - Sponsored by (Sponsorship Opportunity)
11:00am - 11:50am Block 2

Topic: Workshop

Abstract.

This project involves the design and development of a Mechanical Arm Transport (MAT) system to efficiently move engine parts across a designated area. University engineering students will apply principles of mechanical design to create a robust and precise solution. The project emphasizes teamwork, innovation, and practical application of engineering concepts, preparing students for real-world designing, manufacturing and automation challenges while improving process time efficiency.

.Speaker:  Carlos Wah, P&W

Place: Stefani 216

Topic: TBD

Abstract.

Speaker:  TBD

Place: Industrial Engineering 204

11:50am - 1:00pm Lunch Break @ Students Center - Sponsored by Lilly
2:10pm - 3:00pm Block 3

Topic: From Curiosity to Impact: A Puerto Rican Journey in Science & Engineering

In this talk, Ricardo will share key lessons from his path: the value of discipline and study habits, the importance of career-defining decisions, and the courage to take risks that open doors to growth. He will cover his experiences leading multi-hundred-million-dollar programs, the role of giving back through mentoring, and why emotional intelligence and putting people first are essential for true leadership..

Speaker:

Ricardo Rodríguez, RTX  

Place: TBD

Topic: TBD

Abstract.

Speakers:

Eduardo Vázquez, Lilly  

Place: TBD

3:00pm - 3:30pm Afternoon Break @ Students Center - Sponsored by Lockheed Martin

Future Engineering Students Schedule

7:00am - 8:00am Registration & Breakfast @ Students Center - Sponsored by L3Harris
9:40am - 10:30am Block 1

Topic: TBD

Abstract.

Speakers:

Ricardo Rodríguez, RTX

Place: Stefani Building #230

10:30am - 11:00am Morning Break @ Students Center - Sponsored by (Sponsorship Opportunity)
11:00am - 11:50am Block 2

Topic: TBD

Abstract.

Speakers:

TBD  

Place: Stefani Building #230

11:50am - 1:00pm Lunch Break @ Students Center - Sponsored by Lilly
2:10pm - 3:00pm Block 3

Topic: TBD

Abstract.

Speakers:

TBD  

Place: Stefani Building #230

3:00pm - 3:30pm Afternoon Break @ Students Center - Sponsored by Lockheed Martin
3:30pm - 4:30pm Block 4

Speakers

As a speaker, you will be able to display your work and your company to the engineering community. To be a speaker you just need to follow a few simple steps:

  • Please select an area and a topic for your presentation.
  • Send it along with a 100 words abstract to ECoS (ecos.uprm@upr.edu ) by August 22,2025.
  • Wait one week for our response.
  • Send us a draft of your presentation by September 12, 2025.
  • Come to the summit, give your presentation, and make new friends!

 

Areas:

  • Engineering and Public Policy
  • Engineering Ethics
  • Leadership
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Engineering Innovation
  • Environment and Engineering
  • Minorities in Engineering
  • College-Industry Partnership
  • Community Engagement in Engineering
  • Women in Engineering
  • Multidisciplinary Engineering
The participation for company presenters is free of charge.  We are just asking you and your company to sponsor the participation of our students.  We recognize that this activity can greatly impact their development as future engineers.  Your contribution can help to achieve this goal.  We are asking for a minimum contribution of $300.  This contribution can help sponsor the participation of 4 students.

Ricardo Rodriguez

RTX

Raytheon

Esther Casas

RTX

Collins

Angel Crespo

L3Harris

L3Harris

Tamara González

P&W

P&W Puerto Rico

Esther Casas

RTX

Collins

Angel Crespo

L3Harris

L3Harris

Participation Benefits

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Network with Peers & Professionals

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Participate in Professional Development Workshops

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Get Known by Company Representatives

Sponsors

Sponsorship Opportunities

We have established several categories of sponsorships:

Lunch

VIP Lunch

Breakfast

Connections

Morning Break

Afternoon Break

Student Registration

Nametags

T Shirts Main Sponsor

T Shirts Co-Sponsor

Backpacks

Water Bottles

Caps

Umbrellas

Flash Drives

Student Projects

Scholarships

Become a sponsor today!

Contact Us

Become an ECoS sponsor today!

  • ecos.uprm@upr.edu
  • (787)265-3823
  • Engineering Community Summit Committee

    University of Puerto Rico Mayagüez

    School of Engineering

    PO Box 9000, Mayagüez, PR 00681-9000