Patent Agent - Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent in Charlotte, NC, with expertise in electrical or mechanical engineering. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patent prosecution and litigation, particularly in drafting applications.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Collaborate with a national and international client base.
• Provide superior client service and support.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of patent prosecution experience.
• Experience with thermodynamics, electro-mechanical products, and HVAC systems.
• Registered with the USPTO.
• Knowledge of other intellectual property forms is advantageous.

Education

• Degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.

Certifications

• USPTO registration.

Skills

• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a diverse and talented workforce.

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.