Patent Associate – Mechanical or Chemical Engineering (Wilmington)

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

Faegre Drinker is seeking a junior patent associate with an engineering background to join our dynamic Intellectual Property practice in our Wilmington office.

Ideal Candidate

• 1-3 years of 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.

We are looking for a collaborative, motivated associate who thrives in a client-focused, team-oriented environment. If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, we encourage you to apply online and include a cover letter, resume, writing sample and law school transcript.

Faegre Drinker is committed to fostering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance.

Please contact Emily Coveyou, Associate Recruiting Manager, at [e-mail] with any questions.

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of employment, including retirement, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline and termination.

We are committed to providing equitable access to employment for all and welcome qualified applicants with disabilities who meet the qualifications of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations. If you need an accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an email to [e-mail] to let us know the nature of your request.