Intellectual Property Counsel Anderson, SC

Techtronic Industries; Anderson (SC); Vor Ort; USD 110.000 - 170.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Tuition assistance

401(k)

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Vacation

Holidays

Zusammenfassung

TTI Consumer Power Tools, Inc. in Anderson, SC is seeking an in-house Intellectual Property Counsel to lead patent clearance, preparation and prosecution, and related strategies.

The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in engineering, a J.D., is admitted to the USPTO and a state bar, and has 3–5 years of patent experience in a law firm or corporate setting to support product development and licensing efforts.

Qualifikationen

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice before the USPTO.
• Civil/board certification not required.

Aufgaben

• Manage patent clearance, preparation and prosecution.
• Advise engineering on clearance, patentability, and related strategies.
• Conduct invention mining and brainstorming 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.

Kenntnisse

Patent prosecution

IP strategy

Legal writing

Communication

Time management

Multitasking

Prioritization

Leadership

Ausbildung

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Admission to USPTO

Jobbeschreibung

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.