Mechanical Engineering Intellectual Property Patent Agent

A law firm is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intellectual Property Patent Agent for their Chicago, IL, office. The ideal candidate will be involved with all aspects of patent preparation and prosecution, focusing on mechanical applications related to engines, transmissions, drivetrains, suspensions, control systems, consumer products, and medical devices.

Job Overview:

• Position: Mechanical Engineering Intellectual Property Patent Agent
• Location: Chicago, IL
• Benefits: Discretionary bonus, life, health, accident, and disability insurance, 401(k) plan

Duties:

• Drafting mechanical patent applications
• Prosecuting patent applications before the USPTO
• Conducting patent searches and analysis
• Collaborating with attorneys and inventors to identify patentable inventions
• Assisting in patent portfolio management

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant technical field
• 2+ years of experience drafting mechanical patent applications
• Current status as a registered patent agent
• Excellent academic credentials
• Strong writing skills
• Professional recommendations

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in patent drafting
• Familiarity with engines, transmissions, drivetrains, suspensions, control systems, consumer products, and medical devices
• Motivated team player with a client-focused approach

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