Mechanical Engineering Patent Agent

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global collaboration

Career growth

Cross-office growth

Lateral integration support

Pro bono opportunities

Vacation award

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Chicago, IL seeks a mechanical engineering patent agent or technical advisor to join its patents team. The ideal candidate has 2-5 years of patent prosecution experience and a strong mechanical engineering background, with USPTO registration or eligibility.

You will assist in patent prosecution, work with attorneys and clients, conduct technical research, and draft and review patent applications across automotive control systems, oil & gas tools, or medical devices.

Qualifications

• Mechanical engineering degree or equivalent.
• 2-5 years of patent prosecution experience.
• Registered with the USPTO or eligible to register.
• Experience with automotive control systems, oil & gas tools, or medical devices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patent prosecution and related tasks.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients on patent matters.
• Conduct technical research and analysis.
• Draft and review patent applications.

Skills

Technical research and analysis

Patent application drafting

Collaboration and communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mechanical engineering patent agent or technical advisor to join its patents team in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will possess 2-5 years of patent prosecution experience and a robust background in mechanical engineering.

Duties

• Assist in patent prosecution and related tasks.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients on patent matters.
• Conduct technical research and analysis.
• Draft and review patent applications.

Requirements

• Mechanical engineering degree or equivalent.
• 2-5 years of patent prosecution experience.
• Registered with the USPTO or eligible to register.
• Experience with automotive control systems, oil & gas tools, or medical devices.
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

Certifications

• USPTO registration or eligibility.

Skills

• Technical research and analysis.
• Patent application drafting and review.
• Collaboration and communication.

Benefits

• Collaborative global platform for cross-office and cross-practice work.
• Opportunities for practice growth within expanding teams.
• Clear paths for long-term career growth.
• Strong lateral integration support.
• Meaningful pro bono opportunities and community engagement.
• Attorney Advantage benefits including family-forming support, mental health resources, and a $2,500 Vacation Award.