Patent Agent (Semiconductor Experience)

Job Title: Patent Agent (Semiconductor Experience)

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm based in Austin, TX, is seeking a seasoned Patent Agent with deep expertise in semiconductor-related technologies. This professional will join the Intellectual Property practice group and focus on the preparation and prosecution of patent applications. The role emphasizes client engagement, technical analysis, and strategic input in patent drafting. Ideal candidates will bring a solid foundation in electrical, materials, or chemical engineering and demonstrate hands-on experience with patent portfolios in the semiconductor domain.

Duties:

• Draft patent applications, integrating scientific and engineering principles

• Prepare written responses to U.S. and international patent office communications

• Engage with inventors and technical personnel to understand innovations

• Translate technical concepts into legal documentation

• Collaborate with attorneys to support patent strategy and prosecution

• Analyze emerging technologies and provide internal briefings

• Communicate with patent office officials, clients, and internal teams

• Review and summarize technical documentation relevant to inventions

• Guide and oversee support personnel on IP tasks when necessary

• Remain current on advancements in semiconductor technologies

• Execute other related duties as needed to support the IP team

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution, specifically in semiconductor technology

• Demonstrated ability to interpret technical information and convert it into high-quality patent documentation

• Strong organizational skills with a consistent ability to meet deadlines under pressure

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities

• Proven capacity to work independently and manage sensitive data with discretion

• Familiarity with U.S. and international patent filing procedures

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related scientific field

Certifications:

• Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office is preferred

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of semiconductor devices, design, and processing

• Competence in legal and technical research and analysis

• Proficiency in drafting technical content for legal applications

• Strong interpersonal and client-facing skills

• Technological fluency and the ability to adapt to evolving software tools

• Project management and task prioritization under time-sensitive conditions

• Experience with hybrid work environments and remote collaboration tools

Job Location:
Austin, TX (Hybrid - minimum of 3 days onsite weekly; up to 2 days remote)
Periodic travel may be required based on client needs

This Texas-headquartered elite firm is appealing for associates interested in energy work. The firm is serious about its career development. Junior associates are assigned a senior associate mentor and formal training at the firm is guaranteed. Associates confirmed the firm has an encouragement aspect and all workers strive to the best job they can do. This firm has gained important recognition in the community for its diversity efforts. Pro bono is popular among the attorneys and most have devoted over 100 years each year to pro bono efforts. Thefirm pays top-of-market compensation.