Behind the Robot: Brandon Coats, Engineering Leader at Nomagic AI

What happens when artificial intelligence moves beyond software and into the physical world?In this episode of Behind the Robot, Molly-May Brissett speaks with Brandon Coats, Director of Engineering at NoMagic AI, about the technologies driving the next generation of robotics. From Vision-Language-Action models and AI agents to autonomous systems and the future of industrial automation, Brandon explains why robotics is entering its biggest period of transformation yet.Drawing on decades of experience building engineering teams and deploying advanced robotic systems around the world, Brandon also shares practical career advice, why solving difficult problems accelerates professional growth, and the skills engineers need to thrive in an AI-driven future.The Techne Connect Podcast 🎧Thank you for listening to Techne Connect! This podcast takes you inside the companies and conversations shaping the future of engineering.From space and defence to robotics, AI, clean energy, advanced manufacturing and next-generation mobility, each episode features the founders, engineers and technology leaders building tomorrow's world.Through candid discussions on innovation, leadership, product development and career journeys, the podcast uncovers the ideas, challenges and breakthroughs driving the world's fastest-moving industries. Whether you're an engineer, founder, investor or simply fascinated by emerging technology.Techne Connect offers a front-row seat to the people creating what's next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.