Susan Bates
About Susan Bates
Susan Bates is a Facilities Project Engineer at Boston Scientific, with a background in mechanical and industrial engineering from the University of Minnesota.
Title and Current Role at Boston Scientific
Susan Bates is currently working as a Facilities Project Engineer at Boston Scientific. She has held this position since 2008. In her role, Susan is responsible for overseeing various engineering projects and ensuring efficient operations of the company's facilities.
Previous Employment at Emerson and Graco
Prior to her current role, Susan Bates worked at Emerson, formerly Rosemount Inc, as a Facilities Engineer from 1991 to 1997. Before that, she gained experience as an intern at Graco from 1988 to 1989. These positions helped her build a strong foundation in engineering and facilities management.
Education in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
Susan Bates completed her Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Minnesota from 1988 to 1991. She also studied Mechanical/Industrial Engineering at the University of Minnesota - Institute of Technology, where she earned another Bachelor of Science degree during the same period.
Project Management and Cost Savings
Susan successfully managed a project with a budget of $500,000, which resulted in a $180,000 savings. Her achievement was due to robust design and effective project management. This exemplifies her ability to manage large-scale projects while optimizing costs.
Policy Development for International Sites
Susan Bates developed and implemented policies and procedures for the Facilities Department across three international sites. This included creating a change control policy and revising HEPA filter testing protocols, demonstrating her expertise in establishing and standardizing operational procedures.
Validation and Commissioning of Compressed Air System
In collaboration with a cross-functional team, Susan performed validation and commissioning of a new compressed air system. She utilized Minitab for equipment validations, showcasing her expertise in using advanced tools and methodologies for engineering validation.
Implementation of ISO Safety Program
Susan implemented an ISO 14001 safety program for an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) management system. Her work included identifying hazards, which led to increased overall safety, further establishing her skills in creating and managing effective safety programs.
Installation of Fire Suppression System
Susan Bates managed the installation of a complex fire suppression system, coordinating with 24x7 manufacturing operations and building insurers to meet insurance requirements. She successfully minimized disruptions, proving her capability in managing critical and complex infrastructure projects.