Abdullah M. Badahdah is an Electrical Engineering graduate and a seasoned expert in Process Automation and Control, with more than 13 years of proven experience in the design, development, and implementation of innovative automation solutions. His career spans a wide range of manufacturing facilities, where he has contributed from inception through full-scale, stable operations.
He currently serves as Process Automation Superintendent at Sadara Chemical Company, where he leads automation strategies and systems across the Hydrocarbons, Plastics, Utilities, and Packaging envelopes. Abdullah is recognized for his strong technical leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and commitment to operational excellence and innovation.
Next-Gen Process Control: Modernizing Process Automation at SADARA
Abdullah walks through the engineering and operational challenges of upgrading control loops in a highly active chemical complex. The session covers modern DCS protocols, predictive alarm management, and the business case for migrating legacy control systems.