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Things that raise your pay

• Protection and control

  Designing how faults are detected and isolated. Scarce skill, strong premium.

• High voltage direct current experience

  Long transmission lines in Quebec, Manitoba and British Columbia use it.

• Renewable integration

  Connecting wind, solar and batteries to a grid designed for big spinning generators.

• Power systems master's degree

  A common route into planning and specialist roles.