Principal engineer: Average Salary in Canada, 2026

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How much does a Principal engineer make in Canada?

$120,668/ Annual
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The average Principal engineer in Canada is $120,668 per year or $61.88 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $92,500 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $147,767 per year.

Median$120,668

Low$92,500

High$147,767

Principal engineer: Average Salary in Canada

Ontario$118,541

British Columbia$117,824

Alberta$113,325

Northwest Territories$110,487

Nunavut$105,291

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