Patent Prosecution Associate - Mechanical/Aerospace

Venable LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Venable LLP seeks a candidate with a strong engineering background for its Patent Prosecution and Counseling group in Washington, DC. The role emphasizes mechanical or aerospace engineering expertise and a track record relevant to patent examination and patent portfolios.

Ideal candidates hold degrees in ME/AE/EE/CS and may have PTO registration or prior patent examiner experience. Industry experience is considered a plus for advancing client intellectual property strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science.
• Background in mechanical or aerospace engineering is preferred.
• Experience as a patent examiner or PTO registration is preferred; industry experience is a plus.
• Venable LLP's Patent Prosecution and Counseling group is a leading firm with former patent examiners.

Education

Mechanical engineering

Aerospace engineering

Electrical engineering

Computer science

Job description

Venable LLP seeks a candidate with a strong engineering background for its Patent Prosecution and Counseling group in Washington, DC. The role emphasizes mechanical or aerospace engineering expertise and a track record relevant to patent examination and patent portfolios.

Ideal candidates hold degrees in ME/AE/EE/CS and may have PTO registration or prior patent examiner experience. Industry experience is considered a plus for advancing client intellectual property strategies.