ABOUT US

We Saw the Problem

We Built the Solution.

About Us

Built on a Mission:

Safer Inspection, Better Data

Square Robot was founded in Massachusetts with a clear purpose, to build robotic inspection technology that protects workers and keeps industrial infrastructure running.

Today, we operate globally, delivering on-stream internal tank inspections that meet the world's most demanding regulatory standards.

400+

Tanks Inspected

20,513

Downtime Days Eliminated

236,000+

Confined Space Hours Eliminated

1,087

Tonnes CO2E Contained

Our Core Pillars

01

Safety 

First

Traditional tank inspections put workers in harm's way. We engineer solutions that eliminate confined space entry, protect inspection teams, and meet the highest industry safety standards.

02

Technology

Innovation

We continuously advance our robotic systems, sensor technology, and inspection automation, expanding capabilities to serve new operational parameters, new products, and new industries.

03

Operational

Efficiency

On-stream inspection means no shutdown, no product removal, no cleaning. Our customers save hundreds of thousands to millions of dollars per tank by keeping assets in service throughout the inspection process.

04

Data

Confidence

Our high-resolution PAUT sensors generate dense, digitized inspection datasets, enabling risk-based analysis, machine learning applications, and informed maintenance decisions that are simply not possible with manual inspection.

2016

Founded

Square Robot is established in Westborough, Massachusetts, with a mission to eliminate confined space entry in aboveground storage tank inspection.

Founded
2017

First Prototype

The first autonomous tank inspection robot prototype is developed and demonstrated, setting a new standard for what robotic inspection can achieve.

First Prototype
2018

FM Approved

Square Robot achieves FM Approval, validating the safety and reliability of our robotic inspection technology.

FM Approved
2019

First Tank Inspected

We complete our first commercial tank inspection, the beginning of a growing global track record.

First Tank Inspected
2023

100th Tank Milestone

Square Robot reaches 100 tanks inspected, marking a significant proof point in the commercial viability of on-stream robotic inspection.

100th Tank Milestone
2024

200th Tank Milestone

Our 200th tank inspection reflects rapid growth in global adoption across multiple industries and regions.

200th Tank Milestone
2025

300th Tank Milestone

Square Robot crosses 300 inspections, continuing to expand our global footprint and product capabilities.

300th Tank Milestone

Certifications & Recognition

Square Robot's technology has been independently validated through rigorous industry certifications and recognized for excellence in safety, innovation, and technical achievement. Our credentials reflect our commitment to meeting and exceeding the standards that matter most to our customers.

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API 653 Compliant

EEMUA 159 Compliant

C1D2 & C1D1

Meet the Team

Behind the Technology

Square Robot's leadership team combines deep expertise in robotics engineering, industrial operations, inspection services, and business development. Together, they are driving the global adoption of autonomous tank inspection technology.

David Lamont

CEO

About David

David has over 40 years of  industry experience and has held various technical and senior management positions around the world. Prior to joining Square Robot as CEO in 2020, he served as CEO for a number of companies in the energy technology services sector, including Proserv and ROVOP.

David started his career with Schlumberger (SLB) straight out of university in Perth, Western Australia, after completing a degree in mechanical engineering. During his 18 years at SLB, David lived and worked in multiple countries, including the UK, France, Russia, Tunisia, Angola, Thailand, as well as his native Australia.

Following SLB, David served as President of Eastern Region and Global Subsea Systems for Vetco International prior to and following the sale of that business to GE. David is married to Michelle, and they have 3 (grown-up) children and is a dual citizen of Australia and the UK.

Jerome Vaganay

Founder & CTO

About Jerome

Jerome is the former Director of Inspection Systems at Bluefin Robotics. He was hired by Bluefin in 2001 as an underwater navigation specialist.

Over the years, he has developed algorithms covering all aspects of Bluefin AUV navigation, including improvements of compass-based navigation algorithms, LBL navigation, USBL-aided deep-water navigation, integrated INS/DVL Kalman filtering, multi-AUV navigation, and hull-relative navigation.

In his free time, Jerome likes to compete on Zwift and get out on the water wing foiling. Jerome received a doctorate degree from the Science University of Montpellier (France) with a focus on indoor mobile robot navigation in 1993.

Dave Therrien

CFO

About Dave

Dave has over 12 years of experience in various financial leadership roles in the robotics, subsea, and manufacturing industries.

Prior to Square Robot, he held a leadership position at Bluefin Robotics, focusing on M&A and driving the financial integration into a large global aerospace and defense company.

Dave started his career with RTX Corporation (Raytheon), working on DoD programs and several other Government projects. Dave earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration & Economics from Emmanuel College in Boston, Massachusetts.

He is currently working towards earning his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Massachusetts. Dave is happily married to Katherine, and they have 1 daughter together.

Brian Kinsey

CGO

About Brian

Brian has over 35 years of sales, business development, and executive leadership experience for energy-related technology service and manufacturing companies.

Most recently Brian served as CEO of the oilfield equipment manufacturer, KW International, and Regional President of Subsea Equipment and Service Technology company, Proserv.

In his free time, Brian enjoys playing golf, hiking, and snow skiing every chance he gets. Brian earned his BS in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Tulsa and an MBA from Goizueta Business School at Emory University.

Matt Crist

VP of Middle East, North Africa

About Matt

Matt has over 25 years of storage tank experience as an inspector, project manager, region manager, and business line manager for several NDT inspection companies.

Most recently Matt served as a Subject Matter Expert along with being a Front End Loading and Scheduling Coordinator for Phillips 66. When not focused on tanks Matt likes to spend time with his family traveling and coaching his daughters in rugby.

His favorite time of the year though is Christmas when the family travels to a new town together to build memories. Matt earned his API 653, 570, and 510 certifications, AA in Business Administration and Management from American InterContinental University; and graduated from The Ocean Corporation.

Stephanie Nolan

VP Sales & Marketing

About Stephanie

Stephanie uses her public relations background and her Master’s in Communications to provide structure and support to the Sales & Marketing team. With over a decade of experience in upstream business development, Stephanie joined the Square Robot team to successfully build out the power generation industry.

She understands the need to provide customers with seamless communication and solutions for the complex tank inspection industry. Outside of the office, you’ll find Stephanie celebrating her passions, including teaching fitness in Houston and fostering dogs through Mile High Lab Mission.

Charles O'Connell

VP of Sustaining Engineering

About Charles

Charles O’Connell is the Vice President of Sustaining Engineering at Square Robot, where he leads the support and maintenance of robotic systems throughout their lifecycle, ensuring long-term functionality and customer satisfaction. He also oversees Operations Technical Support, expanding the company’s global service capabilities. Previously, Charles served as VP of Corporate Development, partnering across departments to scale Square Robot’s operations worldwide.

He began his tenure as Mechanical Engineering Manager, directing the hardware design of HazLoc-certified robotic platforms for petrochemical environments. Before joining Square Robot, Charles was a mechanical engineer at Bluefin Robotics, where he developed autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) for diverse oceanic missions.

With 14 years of experience in robotic system design for harsh environments, his work focuses on creating robust, user-friendly autonomous vehicles. Outside the office his hobbies gravitate towards building apparatus that can launch him in the air, especially on skis. He holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern University.

Amy Underwood

VP of Hardware Engineering

About Amy

Amy brings to Square Robot over a decade of experience guiding the development of robots from concept to product. Her expertise spans Systems Integration, Program Management, and Product Lifecycle Management, grown from previous roles as a Systems Engineer, Program Manager, and Tech Lead at Bluefin Robotics and General Dynamics.

Amy holds a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of New Hampshire with a focus on systems modelling and controls. Her thesis topic: “Celestial Navigation-Based Controller Design for Extra-Terrestrial Surface Navigation” supported research for the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center.

Outside of designing robots, Amy dedicates her time to caring for her family, gardening, exploring national parks, and playing video games. She is a dual citizen of the USA and the UK.

Brenden Gibbons

VP of Software Engineering

About Brenden

Brenden brings over a decade of maritime robotics software development experience to Square Robot, where he leads the software engineering team.

His passion for robotics started at a young age upon receiving a LEGO Mindstorms kit and flourished at Bluefin Robotics, where he designed and developed all facets of robot software for AUVs, from firmware to UIs. He prides himself on finding pragmatic solutions to complex robotics problems and strives for reliability, usability, simplicity, and scalability above all else.

When not working on robots, Brenden can be found running, playing racquet sports, cooking extravagant meals, or fiending over Magic cards. He holds a B.S. in Robotics Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute.

Ross Jarvis

Director of Business Development

About ross

Ross has over 15 years of experience focusing on the development and field operation of unmanned underwater vehicles for the military, scientific, and commercial sectors. He led the Field Operations Group as the Director of Technical Operations starting in 2019.

In 2023 he transitioned to Director of Business Development. Now as the Technical Director of Sales & Marketing, he will be calling upon his expertise and experience to support translating complex technical capabilities into accessible solutions for clients, ensuring they fully understand the value of Square Robot’s offerings.

Prior to joining Square Robot, he worked for General Dynamics Mission Systems/Bluefin Robotics for 10 years in various roles within the Marine Operations Department. Ross attended the Massachusetts Maritime Academy and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Engineering.

When not at work Ross enjoys taking trips with his young family, weight training, and getting out on the water

Team member

David Lamont

CEO

About David

David has over 40 years of  industry experience and has held various technical and senior management positions around the world. Prior to joining Square Robot as CEO in 2020, he served as CEO for a number of companies in the energy technology services sector, including Proserv and ROVOP.

David started his career with Schlumberger (SLB) straight out of university in Perth, Western Australia, after completing a degree in mechanical engineering. During his 18 years at SLB, David lived and worked in multiple countries, including the UK, France, Russia, Tunisia, Angola, Thailand, as well as his native Australia.

Following SLB, David served as President of Eastern Region and Global Subsea Systems for Vetco International prior to and following the sale of that business to GE. David is married to Michelle, and they have 3 (grown-up) children and is a dual citizen of Australia and the UK.
Team member

Jerome Vaganay

Founder & CTO

About Jerome

Jerome is the former Director of Inspection Systems at Bluefin Robotics. He was hired by Bluefin in 2001 as an underwater navigation specialist.

Over the years, he has developed algorithms covering all aspects of Bluefin AUV navigation, including improvements of compass-based navigation algorithms, LBL navigation, USBL-aided deep-water navigation, integrated INS/DVL Kalman filtering, multi-AUV navigation, and hull-relative navigation.

In his free time, Jerome likes to compete on Zwift and get out on the water wing foiling. Jerome received a doctorate degree from the Science University of Montpellier (France) with a focus on indoor mobile robot navigation in 1993.
Team member

Dave Therrien

CFO

About Dave

Dave has over 12 years of experience in various financial leadership roles in the robotics, subsea, and manufacturing industries.

Prior to Square Robot, he held a leadership position at Bluefin Robotics, focusing on M&A and driving the financial integration into a large global aerospace and defense company.

Dave started his career with RTX Corporation (Raytheon), working on DoD programs and several other Government projects. Dave earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration & Economics from Emmanuel College in Boston, Massachusetts.

He is currently working towards earning his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Massachusetts. Dave is happily married to Katherine, and they have 1 daughter together.
Team member

Brian Kinsey

CGO

About Brian

Brian has over 35 years of sales, business development, and executive leadership experience for energy-related technology service and manufacturing companies.

Most recently Brian served as CEO of the oilfield equipment manufacturer, KW International, and Regional President of Subsea Equipment and Service Technology company, Proserv.

In his free time, Brian enjoys playing golf, hiking, and snow skiing every chance he gets. Brian earned his BS in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Tulsa and an MBA from Goizueta Business School at Emory University.
Team member

Matt Crist

VP of Middle East, North Africa

About Matt

Matt has over 25 years of storage tank experience as an inspector, project manager, region manager, and business line manager for several NDT inspection companies.

Most recently Matt served as a Subject Matter Expert along with being a Front End Loading and Scheduling Coordinator for Phillips 66. When not focused on tanks Matt likes to spend time with his family traveling and coaching his daughters in rugby.

His favorite time of the year though is Christmas when the family travels to a new town together to build memories. Matt earned his API 653, 570, and 510 certifications, AA in Business Administration and Management from American InterContinental University; and graduated from The Ocean Corporation.
Team member

Stephanie Nolan

VP Sales & Marketing

About Stephanie

Stephanie uses her public relations background and her Master’s in Communications to provide structure and support to the Sales & Marketing team. With over a decade of experience in upstream business development, Stephanie joined the Square Robot team to successfully build out the power generation industry.

She understands the need to provide customers with seamless communication and solutions for the complex tank inspection industry. Outside of the office, you’ll find Stephanie celebrating her passions, including teaching fitness in Houston and fostering dogs through Mile High Lab Mission.
Team member

Charles O'Connell

VP of Sustaining Engineering

About Charles

Charles O’Connell is the Vice President of Sustaining Engineering at Square Robot, where he leads the support and maintenance of robotic systems throughout their lifecycle, ensuring long-term functionality and customer satisfaction. He also oversees Operations Technical Support, expanding the company’s global service capabilities. Previously, Charles served as VP of Corporate Development, partnering across departments to scale Square Robot’s operations worldwide.

He began his tenure as Mechanical Engineering Manager, directing the hardware design of HazLoc-certified robotic platforms for petrochemical environments. Before joining Square Robot, Charles was a mechanical engineer at Bluefin Robotics, where he developed autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) for diverse oceanic missions.

With 14 years of experience in robotic system design for harsh environments, his work focuses on creating robust, user-friendly autonomous vehicles. Outside the office his hobbies gravitate towards building apparatus that can launch him in the air, especially on skis. He holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern University.
Team member

Amy Underwood

VP of Hardware Engineering

About Amy

Amy brings to Square Robot over a decade of experience guiding the development of robots from concept to product. Her expertise spans Systems Integration, Program Management, and Product Lifecycle Management, grown from previous roles as a Systems Engineer, Program Manager, and Tech Lead at Bluefin Robotics and General Dynamics.

Amy holds a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of New Hampshire with a focus on systems modelling and controls. Her thesis topic: “Celestial Navigation-Based Controller Design for Extra-Terrestrial Surface Navigation” supported research for the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center.

Outside of designing robots, Amy dedicates her time to caring for her family, gardening, exploring national parks, and playing video games. She is a dual citizen of the USA and the UK.
Team member

Brenden Gibbons

VP of Software Engineering

About Brenden

Brenden brings over a decade of maritime robotics software development experience to Square Robot, where he leads the software engineering team.

His passion for robotics started at a young age upon receiving a LEGO Mindstorms kit and flourished at Bluefin Robotics, where he designed and developed all facets of robot software for AUVs, from firmware to UIs. He prides himself on finding pragmatic solutions to complex robotics problems and strives for reliability, usability, simplicity, and scalability above all else.

When not working on robots, Brenden can be found running, playing racquet sports, cooking extravagant meals, or fiending over Magic cards. He holds a B.S. in Robotics Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
Team member

Ross Jarvis

Director of Business Development

About ross

Ross has over 15 years of experience focusing on the development and field operation of unmanned underwater vehicles for the military, scientific, and commercial sectors. He led the Field Operations Group as the Director of Technical Operations starting in 2019.

In 2023 he transitioned to Director of Business Development. Now as the Technical Director of Sales & Marketing, he will be calling upon his expertise and experience to support translating complex technical capabilities into accessible solutions for clients, ensuring they fully understand the value of Square Robot’s offerings.

Prior to joining Square Robot, he worked for General Dynamics Mission Systems/Bluefin Robotics for 10 years in various roles within the Marine Operations Department. Ross attended the Massachusetts Maritime Academy and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Engineering.

When not at work Ross enjoys taking trips with his young family, weight training, and getting out on the water

Our Commitment to

Responsible Operations

Reducing Our

Environmental Footprint

Every on-stream inspection Square Robot performs avoids the solid and liquid waste, atmospheric emissions, and energy consumption associated with traditional tank shutdowns.

Our technology makes responsible asset management and environmental stewardship compatible goals.

Protecting the People

Who Keep Industry Running

Square Robot was founded on a simple belief: no worker should have to enter a hazardous confined space to inspect a tank.

Every inspection we perform is a direct demonstration of that commitment.

Transparent. 

Accountable. Compliant.

Our operations are designed to meet the requirements of the world's most regulated industries with clear documentation, independent validation, and a consistent commitment to ethical business practices.

Worldwide Reach. Local Expertise.

Headquartered in the U.S. — deployed everywhere. Our lean, mobile operational model means we can inspect tanks across North and South America, Europe, Asia, and beyond — without the complexity of traditional multinational inspection programs.

Office Locations

  • Engineering, Manufacturing & Administration Westborough, MA
  • Sales & Operations Houston, TX
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Service Regions

Office Locations

  • Engineering, Manufacturing & Administration Westborough, MA
  • Sales & Operations Houston, TX
Dotted world map showing Square Robot global reach

Service Regions

  • North America

Office Locations

  • Engineering, Manufacturing & Administration Westborough, MA
  • Sales & Operations Houston, TX
Dotted world map showing Square Robot global reach

Service Regions

  • North America
  • Europe

Office Locations

  • Engineering, Manufacturing & Administration Westborough, MA
  • Sales & Operations Houston, TX
Dotted world map showing Square Robot global reach

Service Regions

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Middle East

Office Locations

  • Engineering, Manufacturing & Administration Westborough, MA
  • Sales & Operations Houston, TX
Dotted world map showing Square Robot global reach

Service Regions

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Middle East
  • Asia-Pacific

Office Locations

  • Engineering, Manufacturing & Administration Westborough, MA
  • Sales & Operations Houston, TX
Dotted world map showing Square Robot global reach

Service Regions

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Middle East
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Latin America

Contact Us

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