Patent Engineer or Agent

A law firm is seeking a Patent Engineer or Agent for their Waukesha, WI office.

Job Overview:

The Patent Engineer/Agent will support patent prosecution and portfolio management, with a focus on video processing and video codecs. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Duties:

• Conduct patent prosecution activities, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications, responding to office actions, and conducting examiner interviews
• Manage patent portfolios, including assessing patentability, conducting freedom-to-operate analyses, and developing patent strategies
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients to provide technical expertise and strategic advice on patent matters
• Assist with patent analysis, opinions of counsel, and inter partes reviews (IPRs)
• Stay current with developments in video processing, video codecs, virtual/augmented reality, and AI technologies
• Adapt to evolving needs and priorities of the Firm and clients
• Manage time and deadlines effectively for multiple ongoing projects
• Foster teamwork and develop relationships at all levels of the Firm

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering
• 2+ years of prosecution experience at a firm or in-house
• Experience with video processing and video codecs
• Familiarity with video coding standards
• Graduate-level experience or advanced technical degree (preferred)
• Involvement with patent analysis/opinions of counsel and IPRs (preferred)
• Admission to the USPTO (preferred)

Skills:

• Strong technical knowledge and expertise in relevant areas
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion

Benefits Offered:

• Challenging and Dynamic Role
• Career Development Planning
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Performance Management and Coaching
• Specialized Training Programs
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Flexible Remote Work Policy (up to 2.5 days per week)
• Positive and Respectful Work Climate

Built on client focus, this firm has been nationally ranked in 15 practice areas by US News. This firm provides strategic, sophisticated, affordable counsel across the country and internationally. Attorneys at this firm focus on their clients' entire organization, not just on the legal matters. They work in collaborative, cross-practice teams which focus not only on legal and regulatory matters, but also on operational issues, market opportunities, and competitive advantage. Additionally, the attorneys at this firm have a deep understanding and experience in a number of industries subject to unique regulatory or rapidly changing market conditions.