Patent Associate Mechanical or Chemical Engineering 21486 Washington DC

Vanguard-IP; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IP recruitment firm is seeking candidates with strong patent prosecution experience and a degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering. Ideal candidates will demonstrate knowledge in mechanical technologies and possess excellent communication skills. Admission to USPTO and state bar qualifications are required. This role offers a unique opportunity to connect with a well-established network of clients in the intellectual property sector.

Qualifications

• Prior patent prosecution experience as an agent or attorney.
• Strong academic credentials with excellent written and oral communication.
• USPTO admission and state bar qualifications required.

Skills

Patent prosecution experience

Communication skills

Mechanical technologies knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Graduate degree

Job description

REQUIREMENTS

• Prior patent prosecution experience (as an agent or attorney).
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. Graduate degree a plus.
• Demonstrated experience working with mechanical technologies.
• The ability to handle chemical or materials science patent applications as needed.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent written and oral communication skills.
• USPTO and admission to a state bar from a relevant state (or wave-in capability) required.

SUMMARY

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients' technical needs, and our candidates' individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long‑term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.

Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter.

We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

CONFIDENTIALITY

At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.