Patent Agent or Technical Advisor Electrical Engineering 22109 Washington DC

Vanguard-IP; United States; On-site; USD 170,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard-IP is seeking a highly qualified patent professional with an Electrical Engineering background to prosecute and manage complex wireless technology portfolios. The role emphasizes working with clients, coordinating across teams, and delivering strong patent strategies across AI, 5G, and related fields.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate robust analytical and communication skills, a proven track record in patent prosecution, and eligibility to register with the USPTO, or already

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering degree (or equivalent).
• Prior patent prosecution experience.
• Registered with the USPTO or eligible to register.
• Strong background in 5G, Wi-Fi and wireless tech, AI, processors/memory, image processing and RF front-end.
• Excellent academic credentials with strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills.

Skills

Patent prosecution experience

Client liaison

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

AmLaw 100 Firm with Cravath level compensation for offices in CA / NY / TX / DC. Per Legal Times: "A Preferred Law Firm for In-house Lawyers". One of the most successful firms with representing both patent owners and petitioners at the PTAB. Strong programs of formal training, lateral integration and mentorship. National "Tier 1" in Patent Law.

Requirements

• Electrical Engineering degree (or equivalent)
• Prior patent prosecution experience
• Registered with the United States Patent Trademark Office (USPTO) or qualified to register for the USPTO
• Strong background in 5G, Wi-Fi and other wireless technologies, artificial intelligence (AI), processor and memory systems, image processing and RF front-end
• Excellent academic credentials with strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills

Additional Skills

• Experience liaising with clients to develop and manage portfolios.
• Preferred domain experience in autonomous vehicles, robotics, natural language processing, wireless communications, computer vision, or related AI fields.