Patent Agent (Electrical Engineering) Job in Austin, TX Near Me - 362458 | BCGSearch.com

Patent Agent (Electrical Engineering)

Type Full-Time

Location Texas - Austin

Job ID ID5X362458

Experience Level Junior Associate

Job Experience Min. 2 Years

Ranking 4 : Medium to Large Business $$$$

Estimated Salary Highest Salary Band in the Market

Practice Areas IP - Patent - Hard SciencesIntellectual Property - General

2025-05-27 06:51:36

Job Title:
Patent Agent (Electrical Engineering)

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Patent Agent with a background in electrical engineering and a focus on patent prosecution. This role involves working with cutting-edge technologies such as 5G, wireless communications, artificial intelligence, and image processing. Ideal for professionals with at least two years of experience, this position offers the opportunity to work alongside legal experts and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in intellectual property law.

Duties:

  • Evaluate invention technology and assess patentability
  • Draft and file patent applications with the USPTO
  • Collaborate with inventors, researchers, and attorneys to develop patent strategies
  • Respond to USPTO office actions and assist in patent prosecution
  • Manage client portfolios and provide strategic patent guidance
  • Work with clients to develop long-term patent strategies
  • Stay up-to-date on the latest technological developments in 5G, AI, and related fields

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in patent prosecution
  • Proven track record in patent prosecution within electrical engineering
  • Registered with the USPTO or eligible for registration
  • Strong knowledge of 5G, Wi-Fi, wireless technologies, AI, and image processing
  • Experience working with complex technologies like processors, memory systems, and RF front-end

Education:

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Certifications:

  • USPTO Registration (or eligibility)

Skills:

  • Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with teams of inventors, researchers, and attorneys
  • Experience with portfolio management and client interaction
  • Preferred: Expertise in emerging technologies such as autonomous vehicles, robotics, and computer vision

Job Location:
Austin, TX

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive health plans (medical, dental, vision)
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) and profit-sharing plans
  • Paid time off (minimum of 20 days)
  • Generous parental leave (minimum of 14 weeks paid leave)
  • Well-being benefits, including Peloton membership and mental health support
  • Paid volunteer hours for community service

This highly-regarded firm, focused on rapid global growth, has client interaction and pro bono work high on its list of achievements. Partners are invested in junior associates and group-specific training sessions are very common. Associates confirm a ?we are in this together? attitude among themselves and partners. This firm is also heavily committed to community outreach and diversity. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.

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