IP Patent Engineer (Electrical/CS)

Caldwell; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Mentorship & Training

Comprehensive benefits

Global exposure

Job summary

Caldwell seeks a highly motivated Technical Specialist or Patent Agent in Boston with a background in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science. You will advise clients on patent strategy and prosecute applications, working at the intersection of technology and law.

The role emphasizes collaboration with top IP attorneys, managing global portfolios, and providing strategic insights to clients across diverse technologies in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
• Registered (or eligible to register) to practice before the USPTO
• 2+ years of experience in patent drafting and prosecution preferred
• Strong academic credentials and technical writing ability

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications across a range of technologies
• Conduct prior art searches, patentability analyses, and freedom-to-operate assessments
• Assist in managing and developing global patent portfolios aligned with client business strategies
• Collaborate with attorneys on IP strategy, due diligence, and litigation support
• Interface directly with inventors, engineers, and scientists to understand and protect innovations
• Monitor technology trends and competitive landscapes relevant to client portfolios
• Support proceedings before the USPTO, including responses to Office Actions and examiner interviews

Skills

Patent drafting

Patent prosecution

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering / Computer Engineering / Computer Science

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Caldwell seeks a highly motivated Technical Specialist or Patent Agent in Boston with a background in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science. You will advise clients on patent strategy and prosecute applications, working at the intersection of technology and law.

The role emphasizes collaboration with top IP attorneys, managing global portfolios, and providing strategic insights to clients across diverse technologies in a fast-paced environment.