Electrical Patent Attorney - Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Vienna (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Remote work option in VA

Walking distance to metro

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an Electrical Patent Attorney - Associate for the Washington, DC Metro Area. The role requires handling patent prosecutions for top tech companies and collaborating across teams to discuss cases with clients.

Ideal applicants have 1–3 years of patent prosecution experience, USPTO registration, and strong technical writing skills in electrical/CS domains. Occasional remote work may be available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of patent prosecution experience as a licensed patent attorney in relevant technical fields.
• Registration to practice before the USPTO.
• Strong technical writing and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute patent applications for leading global technology companies.
• Collaborate with clients and other professionals.
• Conduct case discussions with clients.
• Stay updated on developments in patent law.

Skills

Patent Prosecution

Technical Writing

Team Collaboration

Client Communication

Semiconductor

Education

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Overview

Job Overview A law firm seeks an Electrical Patent Attorney - Associate in the Washington, DC Metro Area. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated and highly skilled Patent Attorney to join a dynamic team.

Duties

• Prosecute patent applications for leading global technology companies.
• Collaborate with clients and other professionals.
• Conduct case discussions with clients.
• Stay updated on the latest developments in patent law.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree and/or Master of Science in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or equivalent.
• One to three years of substantial patent prosecution experience as a licensed patent attorney in the technical field of semiconductor manufacturing, telecommunication, digital/analog signal processing, artificial intelligence, software, and/or circuit design.
• Registration to practice before the USPTO.
• Strong technical writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Fluency in Taiwanese Mandarin and extensive knowledge of Taiwan business culture strongly preferred.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant fields.

Certifications

USPTO registration.

Skills

• Technical writing and analytical skills.
• Team collaboration.
• Fluency in Taiwanese Mandarin preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Positive and collaborative team environment.
• Remote working possibility in VA and some nearby states.
• Walking distance to Dunn Loring-Merrifield metro station.