Mechanical Engineering Patent Agent

BCG Attorney Search; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global platform

Career growth

Pro bono opportunities

Family-forming support

Mental health resources

Vacation award

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in San Antonio, TX seeks a mechanical engineering patent agent to join its patents team. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of patent prosecution experience and a strong background in mechanical engineering.

You will assist in patent prosecution, draft and review applications, conduct technical research, and collaborate with attorneys and clients across global offices. A mechanical engineering degree and USPTO registration or eligibility are required, with opportunities

Qualifications

• Mechanical engineering degree or equivalent.
• 2-5 years of patent prosecution experience.
• Registered with the USPTO or eligible to register.

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

Patent drafting

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mechanical engineering patent agent to join its patents team in San Antonio, TX. 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 with legal and technical teams.

Benefits

• Collaborative global platform for cross-office work.
• Opportunities for practice growth and career advancement.
• Pro bono opportunities and community engagement.
• Family-forming support and mental health resources.
• $2,500 Vacation Award.