Senior IP Consultant Shape the Future of Off-Highway Innovation

Danfoss; Bilbao; Híbrido; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Danfoss seeks a Senior IP Consultant to shape the future of off-highway innovation by managing intellectual property strategies. This role combines technical insight with legal acumen to guide the protection and optimization of IP assets in a multicultural environment. Candidates should have over a decade of relevant experience, especially in patent law, and possess strong communication skills to bridge engineering and executive discussions.

Servicios

Bonus system

Paid vacation

Possibility to work remotely

Pension plan

Personal insurance

Communication package

Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups

State of the art virtual work environment

Employee Referral Program

Formación

• 10+ years of experience in IP management.
• Strong understanding of European patent law.
• Qualification as a European Patent Attorney is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as trusted IP advisor for technology and business strategy.
• Identify and secure patents, trade secrets, and other rights.
• Optimize the value and relevance of the IP portfolio.

Conocimientos

Analytical

Detail-oriented

Structured

Proactive

Curious

Passionate about innovation

Excellent communication

Educación

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or Physics

Descripción del empleo

Senior IP Consultant Shape the Future of Off-Highway Innovation

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Job Description

Danfoss Power Solutions is a global leader in mobile and industrial hydraulics, electrification, and software solutions. Our technologies are at the heart of off-highway machinery—from construction and agriculture to material handling and marine applications. As our innovations accelerate toward more intelligent, connected, and sustainable systems, the role of Intellectual Property is more critical than ever.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll serve as a trusted IP advisor—translating technology and business strategy into a robust IP portfolio. Your responsibilities will span :

• IP Protection – Identifying and securing patents, trade secrets, and other rights
• IP Portfolio Management – Optimizing the value and relevance of our assets
• Freedom-to-Operate – Assessing risks and enabling safe innovation
• IP Enforcement – Safeguarding Danfoss’ rights globally
• Collaborating closely with R&D, business leaders, and external patent attorneys across regions, especially in Germany, the US, and China

This role combines deep technical insight with legal acumen and business understanding. You’ll need to see the fine details in complex inventions, while also stepping back to understand the broader strategic context.

Your Background

We’re looking for a seasoned IP professional who thrives at the intersection of technology, law, language, and business .

To Succeed, You Bring

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or Physics
• 10+ years of experience in IP, preferably including time as a patent attorney
• A strong understanding of European patent law; qualification as a European Patent Attorney (or working towards it) is a plus
• Experience working in international and multicultural environments
• Excellent English communication skills—written and spoken

We Value Candidates Who Are

• Analytical, detail-oriented, and structured
• Proactive, curious, and passionate about innovation
• Skilled at communicating with both engineers and executives

For further information about the position, please contact Brian Stevens Senior Manager Patents EU , on

For information regarding the recruitment process, please contact Recruiter, Bjørn Jepsen at [phone].

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment :

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Possibility to work remotely
• Pension plan
• Personal insurance
• Communication package
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• State of the art virtual work environment
• Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Seniority level

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Employment type

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