Patent Agent in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a patent agent in Hartford, CT with a degree in electrical engineering or mechanical engineering. The agent will draft and prosecute patent applications globally in the electrical and/or mechanical arts. Remote work is considered for experienced candidates.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications globally.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their technical innovations.
• Provide strategic advice on patentability and patent strategy.

Requirements

• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• 2-5 years of relevant experience in patent prosecution.

Education

• Degree in electrical engineering or mechanical engineering.

Certifications

• Registered Patent Agent with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills

• Strong technical expertise in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Health package including dental and vision coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 401K Plan (vested).
• Life Insurance.
• Short-Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Accident, Critical Illness, Whole Life Insurances.
• Identity Theft Protection.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care).

This firm has almost 40 years of experience and specializes in all aspects of intellectual property law. There are five law offices and a fairly large team of very skilled attorneys that make up the firm. Patents, trademarks, trade dress and unfair competition are some of their areas or practice.