Bailey Thompson, P. Eng.

Controls & Automation Engineer at Hatch

Canada

About

Bailey Thompson is a licensed Professional Engineer with a background in controls and automation. Her experience spans the automotive, food & beverage, mining & metals, and medical device industries. With a Bachelor of Engineering Science in Electrical Engineering and a Certificate in Engineering Leadership and Innovation, she is passionate about tackling complex engineering and business challenges. Bailey brings expertise in project feasibility, execution, construction, and commissioning, with a proven ability to manage projects from initial concept through to successful installation. This breadth of involvement has made her highly adaptable across all phases of engineering. Bailey consistently demonstrates a versatile skill set and a strong track record of delivering results in fast-paced, technically complex environments. Beyond her professional endeavours, she has held many leadership roles in extracurricular activities, notably serving as Chair of Hatch’s Professional Development Program in Montreal and Co-President of Western University’s Women in Engineering Club. Known for her drive and leadership, she is consistently involved in new initiatives and is excited to take on challenges.

Experience

  • Hatch (4 yrs)
    • Field Engineer
      Oct 2025 - Present · 9 mos

      - Provided engineering and construction support for a $2 billion aluminum plant expansion - Led control room renovation as project manager, technical lead & construction supervisor - Resolved multidisciplinary and time-sensitive construction challenges in the balance of plant

    • Controls & Automation Engineer
      Jan 2024 - Sep 2025 · 1 yr 9 mos

      - Deployed a $30 million water leak detection system across six iron and titanium furnaces - Completed feasibility phase by preparing estimation, schedule, and project execution plan - Managed global team of designers to prepare instrumentation drawings and contracts - Commissioned active furnaces during short shutdowns requiring planning and collaboration

    • Controls & Automation Candidate to the Engineering Profession (CEP)
      Jul 2022 - Dec 2023 · 1 yr 6 mos

      - Completed automation deliverables for a $7 billion new-build potash mine - Coordinated with package engineers and vendors located globally to manage documents related to the mine ventilation, conveyors, LTE antennas, and electrical system

  • JMP Solutions (1 yr 2 mos)
    • Controls Specialist
      Dec 2020 - Aug 2021 · 9 mos

      - Designed automation systems by electrical drafting, PLC/HMI programming, sourcing components, supporting installation and commissioning, and creating documentation - Independently managed automotive projects, completed PLC infrastructure upgrade in the food industry, and commissioned six-axis robots and automatically guided vehicles

    • VITA Ventilator Quality Lead
      Jul 2020 - Nov 2020 · 5 mos

      - Supervised quality team to manufacture 10,000 COVID-19 ventilators by directing and training team, conducting inspections with clients, and completing conformance documentation - Completed assembly, inventory management, and shipment preparation tasks

  • Summer Camp Leader at City of Nanaimo
    Jun 2017 - Aug 2019 · 2 yrs 3 mos

    - Managed children’s camps by organizing activities, presenting instructions, resolving conflict, and supervising health and safety

  • Administrative Assistant at BC Forest Safety
    May 2019 - Jun 2019 · 2 mos

    - Audited certification records to prepare for conversion from paper to electronic files

  • Fast Food Team Member at Tim Hortons
    Jun 2018 - Aug 2018 · 3 mos

    - Prioritized customer service by working collaboratively, efficiently, and enthusiastically