▼18%
C$163,842
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
25%
CA$138k
MEDIAN
CA$164k
75%
CA$178k
The average salary for a Principal Process Engineer is C$163,842 in 2025
Base Salary
C$138k - C$178k
Bonus
C$0 - C$27k
Total Pay
C$138k - C$218k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Principal Process Engineers?
▼22%
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Common Health Benefits for a Principal Process Engineer
Medical
67%
Dental
67%
Vision
67%
None
33%
Gender Breakdown for Principal Process Engineers
Male
100.0%
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FAQs About Principal Process Engineers
What is the highest pay for Principal Process Engineers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Principal Process Engineer is CA$NaN / year
What is the lowest pay for Principal Process Engineers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Principal Process Engineer is CA$NaN / year
How can Principal Process Engineers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Principal Process Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Principal Process Engineer that oversees more junior Principal Process Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.