Patent Agent Electrical Engineering

BCG Attorney Search; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic law firm in Washington, D.C. is seeking a skilled Patent Agent with an Electrical Engineering background to evaluate technologies and manage patent processes. This position offers growth in technology law and serves emerging fields like 5G and AI, making it perfect for innovative professionals ready to excel in intellectual property.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare package including medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance options

401(k) savings plan with profit-sharing options

Paid parental leave and vacation days

Well-being benefits, including mental health support

Paid time off (minimum of 20 days) and 11 firm holidays

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent required.
• At least two years of patent prosecution experience.
• Registered with the USPTO or eligible to register.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with inventors and researchers to evaluate technologies.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications for innovations.
• Respond to USPTO actions and maintain patent portfolios.

Skills

Drafting patent applications

Technical expertise in 5G

Technical expertise in Wi-Fi

Technical expertise in AI

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

A law firm seeks aPatent Agent with a focus on Electrical Engineeringto join a dynamic legal team inWashington, D.C. This role is perfect for an individual with expertise in emerging technologies such as5G,Wi-Fi,artificial intelligence, and other cutting-edge fields. The Patent Agent will collaborate with clients and attorneys to evaluate invention technology, assess patentability, and draft and prosecute patent applications. The position offers an excellent opportunity for growth in intellectual property law with a focus on technology and innovation.

Duties:

• Collaborate withinventorsandresearchersto evaluate technologies and assess patentability
• Draft andprosecute patent applicationsfor innovations related towireless technologies,AI,processor systems, and more
• Work onpatent portfolio managementand providestrategic guidancefor clients
• Respond toUSPTO actionsand assist in maintaining and expanding patent portfolios
• Stay updated on advancements in technology to ensureaccurate representationof evolving innovations
• Work alongsideattorneysto navigate patent law and provide advice on patent strategies
• Develop expertise in specific areas ofwireless communications,autonomous vehicles, and other emerging fields

Requirements:

• Electrical Engineering degreeorequivalent
• At leasttwo years of patent prosecution experience
• Experience with5G,Wi-Fi,AI,processor/memory systems, and related technologies
• Registered with the USPTOor eligible to register
• Strong understanding ofRF front-end,image processing, and similar technologies
• Excellentresearch,writing, andcommunicationskills

Education:

• Bachelor's degreein Electrical Engineering or a closely related field

Certifications:

• Registered Patent Agentwith theUnited States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)or eligible to register

Skills:

• Proficient indrafting patent applicationsand navigatingpatent prosecution
• Strongtechnical expertisein5G,Wi-Fi, andAI-related technologies
• Ability to work effectively with clients to develop and managepatent portfolios
• Stronganalyticalandproblem-solvingskills
• Knowledge ofemerging technologies, includingautonomous vehicles,robotics, andcomputer vision
• Excellentverbal and written communicationskills
• Comprehensivehealthcarepackage, includingmedical,dental, andvisioninsurance
• Lifeanddisability insuranceoptions
• Access topre-tax benefitssuch ashealth savings accounts (HSAs)andflexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• 401(k) savings planwithprofit-sharingoptions
• Paidparental leaveandvacationdays
• Well-being benefits, includingmental health supportandfitness programs
• Paid time off(minimum of 20 days) and11 firm holidays

This role presents an exciting opportunity for a passionatePatent Agentto contribute to a leading legal practice while advancing their career in technology law. If you are driven by innovation and seeking long-term success in the intellectual property field, apply today.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : [phone]
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