Project Lead – Mechanical

ExpertLancing; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work with global clientele

Dynamic work environment with growth potential

Job summary

ExpertLancing is seeking an experienced Project Lead with a strong background in Mechanical technologies to join our Gurugram office. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of experience in the Intellectual Property (IP) industry, specializing in patent research within mechanical engineering. You will manage patent research projects, oversee analyses, and deliver insights to clients while ensuring quality and timeliness. Join us for the opportunity to work globally in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in the Intellectual Property (IP) industry, preferably in mechanical technology-related patent research.
• Experience in prior art searches, patentability analysis, FTO studies, invalidation searches, or patent landscape analysis.
• Strong communication and coordination abilities to manage multiple projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute multiple patent research projects simultaneously.
• Conduct prior art searches, patentability searches, and invalidation searches.
• Develop effective search strategies using patent databases.

Skills

Patent research

Mechanical technology

Analytical skills

Technical writing

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Orbit

PatSeer

Derwent Innovation

Google Patents

Espacenet

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Project Lead with expertise in Mechanical technologies to join our Gurugram office. The ideal candidate should have 3 6 years of experience in the Intellectual Property (IP) industry, with a strong background in patent search and patent analysis within mechanical engineering domains such as automotive systems, industrial machinery, manufacturing technologies, consumer products, robotics, and related mechanical innovations. You will play a key role in executing and managing patent research projects, coordinating with internal teams, and delivering high-quality patent analysis and research insights to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute multiple patent research projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Conduct and oversee prior art searches, patentability searches, invalidation searches, freedom to-operate (FTO) studies, and patent landscape analysis in mechanical technologies.
• Develop effective and comprehensive search strategies using patent and non-patent literature databases.
• Ensure that all project deliverables are client-ready, technically accurate, well-structured, and free from errors.
• Review and validate search results, technical findings, claim charts, and reports before final delivery.
• Coordinate with team members, analysts, and Team Leads to ensure smooth project execution and timely completion.
• Maintain clear documentation of search strategies, findings, and project progress.
• Support client communication and clarification of technical requirements when required.
• Stay updated with latest developments in mechanical technologies and patent research methodologies.

Required Qualifications

• 3 6 years of experience in the Intellectual Property (IP) industry, preferably in mechanical technology-related patent research.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering disciplines.
• Experience in prior art searches, patentability analysis, FTO studies, invalidation searches, or patent landscape analysis.
• Proficiency in patent databases such as Orbit, PatSeer, Derwent Innovation, Google Patents, and Espacenet.
• Strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent technical writing and documentation skills.
• Strong communication and coordination abilities to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced consulting environment and meet strict deadlines.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work with a global clientele across diverse industries.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment with growth potential.