Kyle O'brien
About Kyle O'brien
Kyle O'Brien is a Research Scientist and Simulation Team Lead at Fortna, where he develops tools and software for material handling systems. He has a background in Industrial Engineering, holding both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree from the University of Louisville.
Current Role at Fortna
Kyle O'Brien serves as a Research Scientist and Simulation Team Lead at Fortna, where he has been employed since 2021. In this role, he develops tools and software that support the design of material handling systems within the Research and Development department. His responsibilities include tackling complex problems and acquiring new skills to enhance the solutions provided to clients.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current position, Kyle O'Brien worked at several organizations. He was an Engineering Co-op at Norton Healthcare from 2017 to 2018, where he contributed to projects in Medical Towers South. He also served as an Associate Consulting Engineer at Bastian Solutions from 2020 to 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Additionally, he worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Louisville from 2019 to 2020 and completed an internship at Mubea in 2015.
Education and Expertise
Kyle O'Brien holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from the University of Louisville, which he completed from 2015 to 2019. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Engineering in Industrial Engineering from the same institution in 2020. His academic background is complemented by a strong performance at Dixie Heights, where he achieved a GPA of 4.1 from 2011 to 2015.
Professional Development
Kyle O'Brien has actively pursued professional development opportunities. He has been studying at the Governor's School for Entrepreneurs since 2014, which has contributed to his understanding of entrepreneurship and innovation. His passion lies in enhancing solutions that significantly impact client objectives, demonstrating his commitment to continuous improvement in his field.