What starts as a spark of curiosity can turn into a lifelong passion—and for Tyler Bretes, that spark was ignited by FIRST Robotics in high school. What he didn’t expect was how it would set him on a path to engineering success at Caster Concepts and Conceptual Innovations, a Caster Concepts Company.
Tyler’s journey began with late-night design sessions and hands-on experience in manufacturing, where he quickly found himself immersed in problem-solving and innovation. His first big break? An unexpected job interview that led to an internship at Conceptual Innovations. From there, he played a key role in developing HaloDrive, an omnidirectional drive system that earned him his first patent and helped revolutionize material handling.
Now a Research & Development Engineer, Tyler isn’t just designing the future—he’s also mentoring the next generation of engineers, leading the same internship program that shaped his career. His story is proof that real-world experience, mentorship, and passion can lead to incredible opportunities in manufacturing.
🔗 Read the full article to learn more about Tyler’s journey and the innovations driving the industry forward: Industry Week Article.
