In the high-stakes world of heavy infrastructure, the risk of error is high and the physical toll on workers is immense. Current pipeline construction relies on manual bolting, a process that is notoriously slow and hazardous. Mechanical engineer Lindsey Elliott, Founder and CEO of Nexterity, Inc., is transforming this industry by integrating advanced robotics into manufacturing. Her leadership is fundamentally rewriting how critical infrastructure is maintained.
Lindsey’s career is defined by groundbreaking “firsts.” A Chancellor’s Scholar at Texas Christian University TCU, she earned a dual degree in Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics, becoming the first woman in her class to graduate with Engineering Honors. She later became the first TCU engineer at ExxonMobil’s Baton Rouge site, managing multi-million dollar projects. There, she identified a critical gap: vital machinery still relied on manual labour that was ripe for technological innovation.
The Robotic Revolution of Heavy Infrastructure
True innovation often means leaving established giants to solve problems from the ground up. In early 2024, Lindsey launched Nexterity, Inc. to introduce hands-free robotic tools for industrial pipelines. Nexterity’s automated unbolting tool is significantly faster and safer than manual labour. By automating the inspection and tightening of bolted flanges in hazardous areas, this system removes humans from danger while boosting efficiency.
Lindsey’s impact on manufacturing has earned her a place in the Forbes 30 Under 30 Class of 2026. Her leadership focuses on “hard-tech” that provides immediate ROI, a vision backed by over $800,000 in funding from private investors and the U.S. Army. Beyond tech, she is a dedicated STEM advocate, mentoring women engineers to ensure the barriers she broke remain open for others.
Financial Trajectory and Strategic Growth
Nexterity’s work is validated by over $800,000 in total funding, including a prestigious U.S. Army Phase I SBIR Grant. These resources are fueling the transition from research to industrial-scale deployment. This financial momentum underscores the market’s confidence in Lindsey’s ability to solve one of manufacturing’s most persistent and dangerous bottlenecks through strategic, scalable automation.
Bridging the Gap Between Code and Concrete
Lindsey Elliott’s journey demonstrates that breakthroughs happen at the intersection of diverse disciplines. Whether developing Python scripts or presenting machine-vision research at the ASME Conference, her mission is a safer, more efficient industrial future. Transitioning from a top student to a venture-backed CEO, she proves that the future of industry depends on smarter, more empathetic engineering.
