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Kimberly Ann O'Donnell
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Motorola, Telematics Communication Group
 

Kimberly O'Donnell is a mechanical engineer who strongly believes that what has been learned in math and science classes very much applies in the design of mechanical systems. Her work has included the design of on-board computer packaging used to control car engines, transmissions, and phones; effectively designed to survive the hot and bumpy environments that exist in the engine compartments of cars and trucks. During her work in mechanical engineering, she has become proficient in creating mechanical drawings, as well as performing complex heat transfer and vibration analyses. Knowledge of physics was also very helpful in becoming a pilot of a single engine airplane, so that Kimberly can enjoy flying out to Wisconsin for lunch! She enjoys many other hobbies in addition to flying airplanes, such as swing dancing, downhill skiing, rollarblading, and hanging out with friends. A career in engineering has allowed her to have some money to spend on these hobbies that may not otherwise be afforded in more "traditional" womens' jobs. A 1993 University of Michigan graduate, Kimberly has worked for Motorola, Lockheed Martin, Loral, and Siemens.