Patent Agent

Techtronic Industries - TTI; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

401(k)

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Vacation

Holidays

Job summary

TTI Consumer Power Tools, Inc. in Anderson, SC seeks an in-house Patent Agent to manage patent application preparation and prosecution for its global power tools portfolio.

The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in engineering, is USPTO-licensed, and brings 3–5 years of patent practice experience in law firm or corporate settings. This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, timely delivery, and limited travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in electrical or mechanical engineering is required.
• Licensed to practice before the USPTO.
• 3–5 years of patent practitioner experience in law firm or corporate setting.
• Strong multitasking and time-management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and advocacy skills.
• Willingness to travel limited.

Responsibilities

• Manage patent application preparation and prosecution for products.
• Advise engineering and business personnel on clearance and patentability.
• Lead invention mining and brainstorming with TTICPT teams.
• Conduct patent clearance and patentability searches.
• Manage portions of TTICPT’s patent portfolio.
• Monitor competitors' activities.
• Participate in IP Steering Committee meetings.
• Help optimize processes and procedures.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Engineering background

Time management

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Electrical or Mechanical Eng

Job description

Job Description:
TTI Consumer Power Tools, Inc., is seeking to fill an in-house

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.