Intellectual Property Counsel

Techtronic Industries; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

TTI Consumer Power Tools, Inc. in Anderson, South Carolina seeks an in-house Intellectual Property Counsel to manage patent preparation and prosecution and advise engineering teams on clearance and patentability.

You will participate in invention mining, search patent landscapes, and help license and enforce IP rights. The role requires a law degree, bar admission, USPTO registration, and 3–5 years in patent practice, with limited travel.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication and advocacy skills.
• Experience prosecuting patents and advising on patentability.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage product clearance and patent application preparation and prosecution.
• Advise engineering personnel in matters of product clearance and patentability.
• Conduct invention mining and brainstorming sessions with personnel.
• Conduct patent clearance and patentability searches.
• Manage portions of the patent portfolio.
• Conduct competitor monitoring.
• Participate in IP Steering Committee Meetings.
• Provide support in patent licensing, enforcement, and controversy matters.
• Contribute to optimizing processes and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Patent prosecution experience

Self-motivated

Education

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degree

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Job description

Job Description:

TTI Consumer Power Tools, Inc., is seeking to fill an in-house Intellectual Property Counsel position located at its Anderson, South Carolina office. TTI CPT is a global leader in quality consumer and professional power tools and outdoor products, designing and developing products under brands including RYOBI and RIDGID. We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package including tuition assistance, 401(k), medical/dental/vision coverage, vacation, and holidays.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage product clearance and patent application preparation and prosecution.
• Advise TTICPT business and engineering personnel in matters of product clearance, patentability, and related strategies.
• Conduct invention mining and brainstorming sessions with TTICPT personnel.
• Conduct patent clearance and patentability searches.
• Manage portions of TTICPT’s patent portfolio.
• Conduct competitor monitoring.
• Participate in IP Steering Committee Meetings.
• Provide support in patent licensing, enforcement, and controversy matters.
• Contribute to optimizing processes and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Licensed to Practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• At least 3-5 years of experience as a patent practitioner in a law firm and/or corporate setting.
• Juris Doctorate from a nationally accredited law school and active member of a state bar and in good standing.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects in a fast-pace environment.
• Proficient time management and organizations skills.
• Proficient written and verbal communication and advocacy skills.
• Self-motivated, takes ownership, and has a proper attention to detail.
• Limited travel.