Patent Examiner: Electromechanics (Hybrid/Remote)

European Patent Office; Den Haag; Hybride; EUR 79 000 - 113 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid working model

Remote work policy (country of employ)

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive examiner training

Résumé du poste

European Patent Office in The Hague / hybrid setup invites a Patent Examiner to assess patent applications across technical domains with English, French or German proficiency. You will evaluate novelty and inventive steps, using digital search tools to identify relevant prior art and ensure high-quality grant decisions.

The role emphasizes applying EPC rules, clear communication with applicants, and collaboration with colleagues worldwide, backed by a two-year development programme and a strong

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a technical field covering one or more technical areas listed.
• Excellent knowledge (C1) of one official language and ability to understand the others; willingness to learn missing languages.
• Citizenship of an EU member state and, ideally, industry experience.

Responsabilités

• examine patent applications, including technical docs and drawings, in one of English, French or German
• analyze new inventions to assess novelty and inventive step
• conduct in-depth research using digital search tools and patent information sources to identify prior art
• apply EPC legal and procedural frameworks to decide on patent grant decisions
• communicate findings clearly with applicants and other parties
• collaborate with international colleagues in a diverse environment
• maintain high-quality standards with rigorous scientific approach
• contribute to Europe's innovation by applying EPC texts consistently

Connaissances

Electromechanics

Technical drawings

Analytical thinking

Digital tools proficiency

Formation

Master's degree in a technical field

Description du poste

European Patent Office in The Hague / hybrid setup invites a Patent Examiner to assess patent applications across technical domains with English, French or German proficiency. You will evaluate novelty and inventive steps, using digital search tools to identify relevant prior art and ensure high-quality grant decisions.

The role emphasizes applying EPC rules, clear communication with applicants, and collaboration with colleagues worldwide, backed by a two-year development programme and a strong