Patent Prosecution and Litigation Associate - Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Prosecution and Litigation Associate in Greenville, SC. The ideal candidate will have a background in electrical or mechanical engineering and a passion for intellectual property law.

Duties

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

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of patent prosecution experience.
• Experience with HVAC systems required.
• Knowledge of other intellectual property forms is advantageous.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Must be barred in the state of employment.
• Registration with the USPTO is mandatory.
• Subject to export control laws.

Education

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

Certifications

• USPTO registration.

Skills

• Superior client service ability.
• 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.