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Built Robotics
Built Robotics retrofits heavy construction equipment with autonomous driving technology via its Exo system. Founded in 2016 by Noah Ready-Campbell.
Built Robotics
Built Robotics is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2016. It specializes in retrofitting construction equipment with sensor technology from autonomous vehicles. The firm has secured $112 million in total funding.
General information
Firm type
Asset Manager
Year founded
2016
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
San Francisco
Corporate office
San Francisco, CA, United States
Principals
Noah Ready-Campbell
Founder and CEO
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Does Built Robotics sell direct to contractors or only through OEM partnerships?
Built sells its Exo retrofit kits directly to contractors and equipment fleet owners. The company has also established an OEM partnership with CNH Industrial to integrate Exo onto New Holland and CASE equipment platforms (per CNH Industrial press release, May 2024). This dual-channel model lets contractors either retrofit existing machines or buy new OEM machines with Exo pre-installed.
How does Built's Exo system ensure safety on active construction sites?
The Exo system uses a combination of lidar, radar, GPS, and cameras to perceive the environment, and includes remote monitoring and emergency stop functionality. Built operates a remote operations center that can monitor machines and intervene if needed. The system is designed to meet OSHA and SAE standards for autonomous equipment (per Built Robotics website and public safety documentation).
What investment stages does Built Robotics target?
Built Robotics is a venture-backed company, not an investment firm. It has raised venture capital from investors including NGP Capital, Founders Fund, and others. The company's Series C round was $64M in 2021 (per Crunchbase, 2021). It does not manage external capital or participate as an LP in fund commitments.
Which industries does Built Robotics serve with its autonomous equipment?
Built's primary markets are heavy construction, earthmoving, and site preparation for large projects such as solar farm installations. The company has also expanded into mining and agriculture through its OEM partnerships. Its technology is used for tasks like excavating foundations, grading land, and moving bulk materials.
How is Built Robotics structured as a business?
Built Robotics is a private limited liability company incorporated in Delaware. It operates as a technology vendor—not a family office or asset manager—solving a labor shortage in construction by automating dangerous or repetitive machinery operation. The company is funded by venture capital and does not disclose ownership beyond its investor base.
What geographies does Built Robotics operate in?
Built Robotics is headquartered in San Francisco, California, and deploys equipment on construction sites across the United States. Through its partnership with CNH Industrial, there may be future opportunities for international expansion, but the company currently focuses on the North American market.
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