Mechanical & Design Patent Specialist

Lawyers, Agents & Scientists; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Mentoring program

Relocation assistance

Wellness center and benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan

Free lunch and beverages

Job summary

Sterne Kessler is seeking a Technical Specialist to join our Mechanical & Design Group in Washington, DC. The role blends engineering with intellectual property law and offers extensive training, mentoring, and are expected to prepare for and sit for the Patent Bar within the first year at the firm.

We offer hybrid flexibility with regular remote workdays and a vibrant in-person culture that fosters collaboration, learning, and connection.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Civil Engineering, or related area of study.
• Strong technical, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Academic, research, or industry experience, including technical writing.
• Genuine interest in applying your technical background to intellectual property and patent law.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced patent attorneys to research emerging technologies and innovations.
• Collaborate with attorneys in preparing patent applications and Patent Office filings.
• Engage with inventors, understand their innovations, and develop technical disclosures with attorneys.
• Support attorneys throughout U.S. and foreign patent prosecution.
• Prepare written and oral technical analyses to support attorneys in developing patent strategies.
• Work with the broader patent team to manage prosecution matters and monitor deadlines.

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Biomedical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Physics

Civil Engineering

Job description

Sterne Kessler is seeking a Technical Specialist to join our Mechanical & Design Group in Washington, DC. The role blends engineering with intellectual property law and offers extensive training, mentoring, and are expected to prepare for and sit for the Patent Bar within the first year at the firm.

We offer hybrid flexibility with regular remote workdays and a vibrant in-person culture that fosters collaboration, learning, and connection.