Dr. Abdulwahab Alghamdi
Summary
Ph.D. in Wireless Engineering from Durham University, UK — completed in 2 years and 7 months. Experienced antenna designer specializing in diverse applications including implantable medical devices, wireless power transfer, IoT systems, and drones. Passionate about advancing research, driving industry collaboration, and leading innovation in cutting-edge wireless technologies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lecturer,
King Fahd Security College
12.2011 - Current
Taught courses:
- Fiber Optic Telecommunication – Optical transmission principles, WDM systems, components, and fiber network design.
- Satellite Systems – Orbital mechanics, link budget, frequency planning, and modulation in satellite links.
- Emerging Communication Systems – Overview of 5G/6G, IoT, and mmWave.
- TETRA Communication Systems – TETRA architecture, security features, and public safety applications.
Visiting Researcher
Tampere University
08.2025 - 08.2025
- Advanced training in implantable antenna laboratories.
- Collaboration on design and validation of implantable antennas.
Visiting Researcher
Padova University
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Developed high-efficiency antennas to reduce UAV energy loss and improve overall power utilisation.
- Applied directional and beam-steering antenna designs to lower drone transmit power requirements.
Supervisor of the Communications Systems Wing,
King Fahd Security College
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Supervised training programs and hands-on sessions related to communication systems.
- Managed instructional staff and contributed to curriculum development and enhancement.
Aeroscience Instructor,
BAE systems
05.2017 - 08.2018
Taught Avionics course:
- Aircraft Electrical Systems – Power generation, distribution, and control systems in modern aircraft.
- Navigation Systems – Principles and technologies used in aircraft navigation, including GPS, INS, and VOR.
- Identification Systems – IFF (Identification Friend or Foe) and other identification technologies used in defense systems.
- Electronic Warfare Systems – Concepts of electronic attack, protection, and support in military operations.
- Radar Systems – Fundamentals of radar operation, types, signal processing, and target detection techniques.
Consultant,
Integrated Telecom Company (ITC)
02.2016 - 04.2016
Skilled in developing Communications Disaster Recovery plans to ensure the rapid restoration of telecom, network, and IT services after disruptions. Expertise includes:
- Conducting Risk Assessments for potential threats.
- Implementing Backup Systems for service continuity.
- Designing Communication Continuity Plans for efficient recovery.
- Running Testing & Drills to ensure preparedness.
- Collaborating with Emergency Services to maintain critical operations during crises.
Education
Durham University
Stanford University
King Saud University
La Trobe University
Applied Science University
Accomplishments
- Developed high-efficiency antennas to reduce energy loss and improve power utilization.
- Employed directional and beam-steering designs to focus energy, lowering required transmit power.
- Used conformal antennas to reduce weight and drag, improving drone efficiency.
- Designed multi-band antennas to simplify systems and reduce overall power consumption.
- Implemented adaptive power control to optimize transmit power based on link quality.
- Planned, designed, and simulated mobile networks using Cell Planner software.
- Key tasks included network configuration, base station placement, RF coverage analysis, traffic capacity design, and Quality of Service (QoS) optimization.
- Managed and designed PCBs using Altium Designer software.
- Responsibilities included component research and selection, schematic capture, circuit simulation, layout design, and supervising the fabrication process.
- Developed a sensor-based remote control smart home system.
- Implemented features such as light intensity and temperature monitoring, CCTV integration, and water tank level detection with alert functionality.
Key antenna design–based solutions to help reduce or manage power consumption in drones, European Union, 2024
Cellular Mobile Telecommunication Network Planning, La Trobe University, Australia, 2010
Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Design, La Trobe University, 2010
Smart House System, Applied Science University, Jordan, 2008
Certifications & Training
5G O-RAN (Open RAN): Architecture, Procedures And Use Cases
August 2025 — Udemy
Master Digital transformation strategy and framework 2024
August 2025 — Udemy
Antenna Arrays for Radar and Communications
August 2025 — Udemy
Certified Strategy Professional (CSP)
July 2025 — KML
Neural Networks and Deep Learning
March 2023 — Coursera
Project Management Professional (PMP)
January 2020 — Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
TETRA Network for Public Safety Communication
January 2016 — Airbus Company, Saudi Arabia
Antennas for Body-Centric Wireless Communications
January 2010 — Australia
Some Modern Applications of Beam Methods to Electromagnetic Antenna & Scattering Problems
January 2010 — Australia
Skills
Core Technical Skills
- Advanced RF Engineering
- Antenna Design – UWB, MIMO, array, full duplex, implantable, mmWave
- Electromagnetic Simulation Tools – HFSS, CST
- PCB Design
- Wireless Power Transfer & Energy Harvesting
Analytical & Research Skills
- Technical Proposal Writing & Patent Drafting
- Research Methodology & Academic Publishing
- Experimental Validation and Lab Prototyping
Consulting & Communication Skills
- Technical Consulting in Emerging Communication Technologies
- Scientific Communication and Collaboration
- Team Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement
Books
- Optical Fibers (in Arabic), 2020
- Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) Network (in Arabic), 2020
- Big Data (in Arabic), 2020
PDF available upon request.
Patents
Multifunctional Antenna Design for MIMO, Full-Duplex Communication and Wireless Power Transfer Systems
Patent application submitted to King Fahad Security College— currently under review.
LANGUAGES
- Arabic – Native
- English – Fluent (spoken); high proficiency in reading and writing
- Tagalog – Beginner
Recommendations
Prof. Nasser Naim Abdellatif, Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Applied Science Private University, Jordan, +962 6 560-9999 Ext. 1046, nasser_abdellatif@asu.edu.jo
Timeline
Visiting Researcher
Tampere University
08.2025 - 08.2025
Visiting Researcher
Padova University
07.2025 - 08.2025
Supervisor of the Communications Systems Wing,
King Fahd Security College
08.2017 - 05.2019
Aeroscience Instructor,
BAE systems
05.2017 - 08.2018
Consultant,
Integrated Telecom Company (ITC)
02.2016 - 04.2016
Lecturer,
King Fahd Security College
12.2011 - Current
Stanford University
King Saud University
La Trobe University
Applied Science University
Durham University