Karen Kontos
Director/Digital Transformation Leader
- Role
- Director of Digital Manufacturing at Capgemini Engineering
- Location
- Phoenix, AZ, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Karen Kontos
At the vanguard of digital manufacturing transformation for Capgemini Engineering, my role involves steering a skilled team of engineers to deliver cutting-edge model-based enterprise strategies. The focus is on enhancing client capabilities within diverse sectors such as Aerospace and Automotive, leveraging Six Sigma and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) tools to revolutionize engineering processes. Our mission is to navigate clients through the complexities of digital transformation with precision and innovation.Leadership extends beyond project delivery; it encompasses fostering professional growth and community through initiatives like Women in Engineering events. My commitment is to cultivate an environment of continuous improvement and collaboration. By guiding strategic long-range planning and driving application of robust methodologies, the goal is to achieve operational excellence and deliver exceptional value to our stakeholders.
Experience
Director of Digital Manufacturing
Jul 2024 — Present · Phoenix, AZ, US
Experienced cross-functional Engineering and Manufacturing global leader supporting Aerospace, Automotive, Energy, and Life Science sectors. Manage large team of digital manufacturing engineers in North America. • Deliver model-based enterprise strategies and solutions for clients• Develop strategic long-range plan for Model-Based Digital Transformation clients• Drive application of Six Sigma and APQP tools to transform engineering processes• Lead Women in Engineering networking events across Capgemini
Education
University of Hartford
BS Engineering, Engineering Acoustics & Music
1984 — 1988
University of Cincinnati
MS Engineering, Mechanical Engineering & Manufacturing
1989 — 1991
Skills
- Systems Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Business Process Improvement
- Program Management
- Six Sigma
- Lean Manufacturing
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Pmp
- Leadership
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Management
- Product Development
- Strategic Planning
- Analysis
- Mechanical Engineering
- Continuous Improvement
- Finite Element Analysis
- Engineering Management
- Black Belt
- Project Management
- Engineering
- Aerospace
- Aircraft
- Composites
- Process Improvement
- Testing
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