▼16%
C$81,963
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$54k
MEDIAN
CA$82k
90%
CA$106k
The average salary for a Professional Engineer is C$81,963 in 2025
Base Salary
C$54k - C$106k
Bonus
C$2k - C$15k
Profit Sharing
C$0 - C$3k
Total Pay
C$59k - C$124k
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Common Health Benefits for a Professional Engineer
Medical
86%
Dental
79%
Vision
57%
None
14%
Gender Breakdown for Professional Engineers
Male
80.0%
Female
20.0%
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FAQs About Professional Engineers
What is the highest pay for Professional Engineers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Professional Engineer is CA$106k / year
What is the lowest pay for Professional Engineers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Professional Engineer is CA$54k / year
How can Professional Engineers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Professional 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 Professional Engineer that oversees more junior Professional Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.