▼15%
C$103,228
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$78k
MEDIAN
CA$103k
90%
CA$128k
The average salary for a Senior Automation Engineer is C$103,228 in 2025
Base Salary
C$78k - C$128k
Bonus
C$1k - C$22k
Profit Sharing
C$0 - C$8k
Total Pay
C$81k - C$145k
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Automation Engineer
Medical
94%
Dental
83%
Vision
72%
None
6%
Gender Breakdown for Senior Automation Engineers
Male
64.3%
Female
35.7%
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FAQs About Senior Automation Engineers
What is the highest pay for Senior Automation Engineers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Senior Automation Engineer is CA$128k / year
What is the lowest pay for Senior Automation Engineers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Senior Automation Engineer is CA$78k / year
How can Senior Automation Engineers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Senior Automation 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 Senior Automation Engineer that oversees more junior Senior Automation Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.