Mechanical Engineer Patent Agent
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Job Location:
Washington D.C., DC - USA
Monthly Salary:
USD 120000 - 220000
Experience Required:
4-5years
Posted on:
3 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About the Patent Prosecution Practice
This Intellectual Property team focuses on transforming high-value innovations into enforceable patent protection in mission-critical jurisdictions. The group supports clients across the full patent lifecycle - from invention harvesting and prosecution strategy to portfolio development and clearance analysis.
The practice works closely with product-driven companies developing complex mechanical and electromechanical systems including technologies involving consumer-facing devices integrated mechanical assemblies motors fluid handling systems thermal management materials and embedded control features.
Patent agents collaborate directly with senior practitioners and in-house engineering teams on large active patent portfolios with an emphasis on strategic claim development consistency across families and long-term portfolio value. The work is hands-on fast-moving and closely tied to real-world product design and commercialization cycles.
Role Overview
A patent agent with a background in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related disciplines) is sought to join a collaborative patent prosecution team. This role offers meaningful responsibility and visibility within the practice including drafting and prosecuting patent applications conduct freedom to operate studies and analyze patents to clear products for market.
Patent agents are expected to take ownership of matters work independently while collaborating closely with attorneys and clients and contribute substantively to prosecution decision-making.
Qualifications
Degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Computer Science or a related technical field
Strong background in mechanical systems consumer products devices or hardware-based technologies
Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications with increasing independence
Comfort working directly with inventors and technical teams
Ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
Excellent analytical writing and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
Collaborative professional approach in a team-oriented environment
USPTO registration preferred (or eligibility to sit for the patent bar)
Requirements
- Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications covering mechanical and electromechanical technologies
- Support patent protection for consumer-oriented products and systems across multiple product generations
- Conduct invention disclosure reviews and work directly with engineers to identify protectable concepts
- Develop and execute cohesive prosecution strategies across related patent families
- Draft high-quality Office Action responses including substantive claim amendments and persuasive technical arguments
- Conduct and participate in examiner interviews working toward commercially meaningful claim scope
- Perform freedom-to-operate and clearance analyses for products entering competitive markets
- Analyze prior art with an eye toward design alternatives manufacturability and product differentiation
- Coordinate closely with attorneys agents and technical specialists to maintain consistency and quality across portfolios
- Present technical and strategic recommendations clearly to colleagues and clients
- Contribute to the growth and long-term strength of large product-focused IP portfolios
Benefits
Compensation & Benefits
Salary range: $120000 $220000 (depending on experience and location)
Bonus eligible
Comprehensive benefits package including health retirement and professional development support
Required Skills:
2 Years of mechanical and electromechanical patent prosecution
Required Education:
ME EE CS degree
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Legal Drafting
- Growing Experience
- AI
- Intellectual Property Law
- Biotechnology
- Biochemistry
- Office Experience
- Spectroscopy
- Organic Chemistry
- Writing Skills
