Patent Agent in Mechanical or Related Field

BCG Attorney Search; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Princeton, NJ is seeking a Patent Agent with strong writing and oral advocacy skills to prepare and prosecute patent applications, conduct patent research, and lead inventor meetings before USPTO examiners.

The successful candidate will hold a BS in mechanical engineering, possess USPTO registration, and have 4–6 years of patent drafting and prosecution experience; excellent communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• USPTO registration to practice.
• 4–6 years of patent drafting and prosecution experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications.
• Conduct patent-related research.
• Lead meetings with inventors to discuss patent strategies.
• Assist in matters and proceedings before the USPTO.

Skills

Patent drafting

Patent prosecution

Lead inventor meetings

Patent research

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's in mechanical engineering

Graduate degree preferred

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent in Princeton, NJ. The role involves engaging in various aspects of patent practice, including preparing and prosecuting applications, conducting research, and leading inventor meetings. The position requires excellent writing and oral advocacy skills for personal interviews before USPTO examiners and appearances before the Board of Appeals.

Duties

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications.
• Conduct thorough patent-related research.
• Lead meetings with inventors to discuss patent strategies.
• Assist in matters and proceedings before the USPTO.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field required; graduate degree preferred.
• Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) required.
• Four to six years of patent drafting and prosecution experience preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.

Certifications

USPTO registration.

Skills

• Strong writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Proficiency in conducting patent research.
• Ability to lead and manage inventor meetings.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.