Engineering Patent Agent

Job Overview: A law firm in Chicago, IL, is seeking a qualified Engineering Patent Agent to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for evaluating the patentability of innovations, drafting patent applications, and providing support in patent prosecution matters.

Job Details:

• Evaluating the patentability of innovations and invention disclosures.
• Preparing, drafting, and filing patent applications.
• Drafting responses to domestic and foreign Office Actions.
• Performing research and analysis, providing guidance on various patent and Intellectual Property issues.
• Conducting prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses.
• Preparing draft amendments to patent claims, specifications, and abstracts.
• Assisting patent attorneys with the global prosecution of complex patent families.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience drafting original patent applications and prosecuting pending applications in the electrical and mechanical arts.
• A degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, or equivalent technical experience.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Candidates currently licensed to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office as an agent are strongly preferred, but consideration will be given to candidates with extensive experience planning to take the Patent Bar.
• Familiarity with Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) practice is preferred.
• Proficiency in Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office Suite and/or related software.
• Excellent academic credentials and references.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Skills:

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively, handling various tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent organization and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.

Job Location: Chicago, IL

This Chicago office is part of a bigger internationally located law firm. This office works with clients in bankruptcy and reorganization matters, structured finance and asset securitization, private equity, executive compensation and employee benefits, and litigation.