Peter Wade

Peter Wade currently serves as the Director of Power Systems at Nevada Irrigation District, a position held since September 2024. Previously, Peter was the Deputy Chief Dam Safety Engineer at Pacific Gas and Electric Company from July 2021 to October 2024. Prior experience includes roles such as Hydroelectric Department Manager at Merced Irrigation District and Assistant Power Systems Manager at Yuba County Water Agency. Peter's extensive background encompasses the management of hydro-electric power production facilities, encompassing operations, maintenance, capital improvement projects, water management, dam safety, compliance, and recreational activities. Earlier in the career, Peter worked as a Mechanical Design Engineer at California Department of Water Resources and as an Equipment Engineer at NEC Electronics. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Colorado School of Mines, attained in 1996.