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Patent Agent Electrical Engineering & Software

Type Full-Time

Location North Carolina - Winston Salem

Job ID KB8N361196

Experience Level Junior Associate

Job Experience Min. 2 - Max. 6 Years

Ranking 4 : Medium to Large Business $$$$

Estimated Salary Highest Salary Band in the Market

Practice Areas IP - Patent - Hard SciencesIntellectual Property - General

2025-06-06 06:02:11

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent with a strong background in electrical engineering, software, or computer science to join its Patent Prosecution & Litigation Practice Group, located in Winston-Salem, NC. This role involves managing patent prosecution for cutting-edge technologies, particularly in the fields of electrical engineering and software. The ideal candidate will have expertise in patent application drafting and prosecution, along with a solid understanding of networking technologies and wireless communications.

Duties:

  • Draft and file patent applications related to electrical engineering and software technologies
  • Collaborate with clients, engineers, and legal teams to strategize and develop patent portfolios
  • Perform patentability assessments and assist in developing IP strategies
  • Handle responses to office actions and correspondence with the USPTO
  • Support the team with litigation matters when necessary
  • Stay current on advancements in technology and patent law

Requirements:

  • 2-6 years of experience in patent prosecution, particularly in electrical engineering or software fields
  • Experience in design engineering, especially in chip manufacturing, is an asset
  • Knowledge of networking, software, and wireless network technologies (3G/4G/5G) is preferred
  • Admittance to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work efficiently both independently and in a collaborative team setting

Education:

  • A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related technical field

Certifications:

  • Must be a registered member of the USPTO

Skills:

  • Proficient in patent prosecution processes and intellectual property law
  • Expertise in electrical engineering and software technologies
  • Strong technical writing and drafting skills
  • Ability to analyze complex technical concepts and translate them into clear legal language
  • Detail-oriented with excellent time-management skills
  • Familiarity with 3G/4G/5G wireless technology is a plus

Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Paid Days Off (PDO) and vacation
  • Discretionary bonus opportunities based on performance

This rapidly growing firm has some serious chops with regards to the energy and natural resources, financial, insurance, manufacturing, real estate, retail, transportation, life sciences, communications, and health care sectors. Given the firm?s growth status, this firm promises multiple opportunities for associates to catch a wave and get in on the ground floor of something big.

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