Patent Attorney

118-WW TMG MFG OPS; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Instruments in Dallas seeks a Patent Attorney to draft and prosecute patent applications in semiconductor/electronics, collaborating with engineering teams to identify patentable inventions.

You will lead patent strategy, manage a portfolio, and provide legal counsel on infringement and licensing; requires JD with active license, EE background, and 4+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• JD with active license to practice law in the U.S.
• 4+ years of patent application drafting and prosecution experience.
• Registration as a patent attorney with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Admission in good standing with a state bar.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications in alignment with strategic goals.
• Conducting in-depth analysis of various technologies.
• Collaborating with engineering teams to identify patentable inventions.
• Developing and maintaining a portfolio of patents in the designated area of expertise.
• Providing legal counsel on patent-related matters, including infringement and licensing.

Skills

Patent drafting

Prosecution

Legal counsel

Technology analysis

Education

JD degree with active license

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

USPTO registration

Job description

Change the world. Love your job.

TI’s legal department is seeking a talented Patent Attorney with a background in an area such as digital signal processors, microcontrollers, processor architecture, wireless communication circuitry, analog circuit design, and/or semiconductor device manufacturing. As a Patent Attorney at TI, you will immerse yourself in our cutting-edge technologies, developing a thorough understanding that will enable you to create inventive patent strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting in-depth analysis of various technologies.
• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications in alignment with strategic goals.
• Collaborating with engineering teams to identify patentable inventions.
• Developing and maintaining a portfolio of patents in the designated area of expertise.
• Providing legal counsel on patent-related matters, including infringement and licensing.

Exciting Aspects of the Job:

• Technology Immersion: You will have the ability to cultivate a profound understanding of cutting-edge technology, fostering expertise in your chosen domain.
• Leadership of Patent Strategy: You will drive the development and execution of patent strategies, leveraging your expertise to develop comprehensive and interrelated approaches.

Why Join Us:

Unlike traditional patent roles, which offer a broad scope but limited depth, this position provides the opportunity for specialization and expertise development. You’ll have the chance to deeply engage with each patent within your portfolio, a rarity in the industry, fostering unparalleled growth and professional fulfillment. If you are passionate about semiconductor engineering and intellectual property law, and are seeking a role that offers both depth of understanding and a leadership role in shaping the field,

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree with an active license to practice law
• 4+ years of patent application drafting and prosecution experience
• Registration as a patent attorney with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
• Admission in good standing with a state legal bar

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree preferred
• 3+ years of experience as an engineer or scientist in a technical role
• Experience and familiarity with digital signal processors, microcontrollers, processor architecture, wireless communication circuitry, analog circuit design, and/or semiconductor device manufacturing