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Principal Automation Engineer

Average Principal Automation Engineer with SQL Skills Salary

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$129,835
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$113k
MEDIAN
$130k
75%
$136k

The average salary for a Principal Automation Engineer is $129,835 in 2025

Base Salary
$113k - $136k
Bonus
$0 - $7k
Total Pay
$126k - $137k
Based on 6 salary profiles (last updated Jan 24 2019)
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Common Health Benefits for a Principal Automation Engineer

Medical
83%
Dental
67%
Vision
67%
None
17%

Gender Breakdown for Principal Automation Engineers

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 5 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Principal Automation Engineers

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How can Principal Automation Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Principal 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 Principal Automation Engineer that oversees more junior Principal Automation Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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