Patent Agent

Techtronic Industries; Anderson (SC); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 150.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Techtronic Industries seeks an in-house Patent Agent for its Anderson, SC office. The role focuses on patent clearance, application preparation and prosecution, and strategic guidance to engineering teams.

The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, is registered to practice before the USPTO, and has 3–5 years of patent-practitioner experience. Travel is limited.

Qualificações

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Licensed to Practice before the USPTO.
• 3–5 years of experience as a patent practitioner.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication and advocacy skills.

Responsabilidades

• 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.
• Contribute to optimizing processes and procedures.

Conhecimentos

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Ownership / self-motivation

Attention to detail

Advocacy skills

Formação

Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Descrição da vaga

Job Description

TTI Consumer Power Tools, Inc., is seeking to fill an in-house Patent Agent 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Limited travel.