Robby Frantz

About Robby Frantz

Utilities are under unprecedented pressure due to increasing demand from data centers and electrification projects, aging infrastructure, regulatory shifts promoting decarbonization, and changing weather patterns. At Orbital, I manage all aspects of utility operations and strategic planning, including electrical transmission, distribution, substation engineering, construction, joint-use, and natural gas transmission and distribution. I also oversee P&L, sales strategies, and organizational growth to deliver scalable solutions.Innovation alone isn’t sufficient; sustainable progress depends on talented team members. Our focus is on closing the workforce gap by building high-caliber, multidisciplinary teams through internal training, mentorship, emerging leader initiatives, and professional development that promote retention and deepen expertise — ensuring we have the right people to execute complex, future-proof projects for our clients.Our advantage lies in deploying advanced technology, including drones and LiDAR for precise infrastructure modeling, AI to optimize business processes, and sophisticated tools that monitor progress toward our final client deliverables.Strategic leadership involves anticipating change and responding proactively. Connect to engage in discussions about strategies for electric and natural gas operations, grid modernization, business growth, partnership opportunities, and team development that will influence the future of utilities.

Experience

1. Senior Vice President of Utility Services

   Orbital Engineering, Inc.

   Mar 2025 — Present

Education

• Robert Morris University

  Master of Science (M.S.), Engineering Management

• Gannon University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Electrical Engineering