Technology Specialist (Semiconductor and Electrical Engineering)

Fish & Richardson P.C.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Retirement & profit sharing

Annual technology allowance

Health and wellness initiatives

Comprehensive medical, vision, dental

Job summary

Fish & Richardson P.C. is seeking a technology specialist with a background in Electrical Engineering to draft patents and advise related teams across our IP practice. The role offers exposure to cutting-edge semiconductor technologies and top-tier clients.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of patent drafting/prosecution experience, strong writing skills, and a familiarity with Korean is preferred. Hybrid work options exist in our US offices, with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of patent drafting and/or prosecution experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; semiconductor technology background preferred.
• Superior writing skills and strong academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Draft patent applications with descriptions and figures.
• Communicate with patent office regarding pending applications.
• Advise litigation teams based on technical expertise.

Skills

Patent drafting

Patent prosecution

Electrical engineering

Korean language

Strong writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Come join the #1 patent practice in the country as a technology specialist in any of our US offices. This position plays an integral part of our Intellectual Property practice, and you can expect to work on cutting‑edge technologies with top‑tier clients from day one. At Fish you will learn from top practitioners in the field and get significant responsibility early on, with an unparalleled opportunity to grow through hands‑on training with top‑notch legal teams.

Fish has a legacy of working with the most innovative clients and influential industry leaders since 1878, and we boast one of the country’s longest‑standing technology specialist programs. And, if your ambition includes becoming an attorney, our law school program is outstanding - we have attorneys throughout Fish who began their careers as technology specialists and have progressed to become leaders of the firm. You will find no other firm matches our technological depth, with diverse teams of technical experts working across all offices. Here you will find a creative, respectful and inclusive culture that values the diversity of people and allows ingenuity to thrive.

If you have a passion for science, engineering, and intellectual property, we want to hear from you.

What You Will Do

• Draft patent applications for innovative clients, including descriptions and figures.
• Correspond with patent office about pending patent applications.
• Advise patent litigation teams based on your technical and scientific area of expertise.
• Interview inventors about new ideas.

Who You Are

• You have a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in Electrical Engineering, more specifically semiconductor technology.
• You have strong English and Korean language skills (preferred).
• You have 2+ years of patent drafting and/or prosecution experience.
• You have superior writing skills and excellent academic credentials.
• You are registered before the U.S. Patent & Trademark office (preferred).

The expected salary range for this position is $100,000 - $185,000. The salary offered will depend upon individual qualifications and experience.

Why Fish

• A flexible hybrid work environment
• Award‑winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
• Annual Technology Allowance
• A family‑friendly atmosphere with back‑up childcare, as well as health and wellness initiatives
• Competitive pay with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage