Patent Associate: Mechanical & Chemical Engineering

Faegre Drinker; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Wilmington is seeking a junior patent associate with an engineering background to join their Intellectual Property practice. This role requires 1-3 years of patent prosecution experience and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering. Candidates must demonstrate strong communication skills and be USPTO admitted. The firm promotes a collaborative work environment with an in-office work policy engaging three days a week. Interested candidates should apply online with a cover letter and resume.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of patent prosecution experience (as an agent or attorney).
• Strong academic credentials required.
• USPTO admission and state bar admission from a relevant state required.

Responsibilities

• Join a dynamic Intellectual Property practice.
• Work collaboratively in a client-focused environment.
• Handle various mechanical technologies and patent applications.

Skills

Patent prosecution experience

Mechanical Engineering knowledge

Strong written and oral communication skills

Ability to handle chemical or materials science patent applications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Graduate degree

Job description

A prominent law firm in Wilmington is seeking a junior patent associate with an engineering background to join their Intellectual Property practice. This role requires 1-3 years of patent prosecution experience and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering. Candidates must demonstrate strong communication skills and be USPTO admitted. The firm promotes a collaborative work environment with an in-office work policy engaging three days a week. Interested candidates should apply online with a cover letter and resume.