Gregory Topping

About Gregory Topping

Executive leader and co-founder driving the development of advanced robotic foundation…

Experience

1. Co-founder

   Situ Robotics

   May 2021 — Present · CA, US

   SITU Robotics is redefining foundation construction through precision robotics and adaptive software — enabling rapid, millimeter-accurate installation of energy and data infrastructure anywhere on Earth.As Co-Founder and CEO, I lead SITU’s strategic direction, R&D, intellectual property, and manufacturing initiatives, guiding our mission to make complex sites buildable, sustainable, and economically viable.Our patented Precision Foundation Alignment System integrates robotics, sensor fusion, and mission-level software to reduce foundation timelines and costs by more than 50%, while minimizing environmental impact. The system enables modular and recoverable installations for AI data centers, battery energy storage systems (BESS), defense, mining, and extreme-weather rebuilds.Key milestones:• Developed and field-tested robotic systems achieving ±1 mm foundation-leveling accuracy• Secured U.S. and international patent protection across five jurisdictions• Advanced partnership discussions with leading energy and technology organizations• Established manufacturing and R&D expansion in Morgantown, West Virginia• Positioned SITU as an emerging leader in precision foundation technology for the AI/energy infrastructure supercycleOur broader vision is to enable autonomous, rapid-deployment infrastructure — scalable from Earth’s most challenging terrain to off-planet environments — setting new standards for adaptability, precision, and sustainability.

Education

• Stanford University

  Biochemistry

• Santa Clara University - Leavey School of Business

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) Full-Program while working full time @ Google

• Harvard University

  Undergrad - Bachelor of Arts