▼100%
C$86,954
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
25%
CA$81k
MEDIAN
CA$87k
75%
CA$96k
The average salary for a Prototype Machinist is C$86,954 in 2025
Base Salary
C$81k - C$96k
Bonus
C$0 - C$4k
Total Pay
C$34k - C$103k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Prototype Machinists?
What Do Prototype Machinists Do?
Prototype Machinist Tasks
- Perform a variety of manual milling operations such as lathing, milling, cutting, drilling, turning, taping, sawing, grinding and boring.
- Design and fabricate custom tools.
- Use a variety of milling tools such as Engine Lathe, Vertical Boring Mill, Horizontal Boring Mill, Bridgeports, Band Saws, Radial Arm Drills, Calipers, Micrometers, and Scales.
- Read blue prints and other CAD design documents.
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Common Health Benefits for a Prototype Machinist
Medical
89%
Dental
89%
Vision
78%
None
11%
Gender Breakdown for Prototype Machinists
Male
100.0%
This data is based on 8 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Prototype Machinists
What is the highest pay for Prototype Machinists?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Prototype Machinist is CA$NaN / year
What is the lowest pay for Prototype Machinists?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Prototype Machinist is CA$NaN / year
How can Prototype Machinists increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Prototype Machinist 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 Prototype Machinist that oversees more junior Prototype Machinists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.