Global IP Strategy Director

Entegris, Inc.; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Entegris, Inc. is seeking a Director of Intellectual Property who will serve as a senior advisor, shaping global IP strategy to protect and monetize the company’s critical assets.

You will drive patent and related IP initiatives across diverse technology platforms, partnering with legal, R&D, and business units to sustain competitive advantage. The role emphasizes leadership, strategic thinking, and cross-functional influence to align IP investments with product roadmaps and long-term growth.

Qualifications

• J.D. from accredited law school or equivalent.
• Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Registered Patent Attorney status preferred.
• Engineering/technical background or related degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Advise executive leadership on IP strategy, risk management, and portfolio optimization for critical business units.
• Develop and lead enterprise-wide IP strategies to support growth, innovation, and competitive differentiation.
• Lead invention harvesting, filing strategy, drafting, prosecution, and portfolio pruning globally.
• Direct patent agents, subject matter experts, and outside counsel for U.S. and international patent matters.
• Lead freedom-to-operate, patentability, validity, clearance, and competitive landscape assessments.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic IP thinking

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

IP portfolio management

Legal analysis

Mentoring

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Bar admission (US jurisdictions)

Registered Patent Attorney (USPTO)

Engineering/technical degree

Job description

Entegris, Inc. is seeking a Director of Intellectual Property who will serve as a senior advisor, shaping global IP strategy to protect and monetize the company’s critical assets.

You will drive patent and related IP initiatives across diverse technology platforms, partnering with legal, R&D, and business units to sustain competitive advantage. The role emphasizes leadership, strategic thinking, and cross-functional influence to align IP investments with product roadmaps and long-term growth.