Patent Agent Electrical Engineering & Software

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent with experience in intellectual property (IP) law to join its Patent Prosecution & Litigation Practice Group in the Electrical Engineering & Software Team, located in Wilmington, DE. The ideal candidate will have expertise in patent prosecution, a background in computer science or electrical engineering, and a strong understanding of related technical fields such as networking and wireless technology. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced patent agent to contribute to a dynamic team, supporting clients in the field of electrical engineering and software.

Duties:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications related to electrical engineering and software technologies
• Collaborate with engineers, clients, and legal teams to provide strategic guidance on patent portfolios
• Perform patentability, freedom-to-operate, and landscape analyses
• Prepare technical documentation and responses to office actions from the USPTO
• Stay updated on developments in relevant technologies and patent law
• Participate in patent litigation support when necessary

Requirements:

• 2-6 years of patent prosecution experience
• Background in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related technical field
• Experience in design engineering, particularly with chip companies, is a plus
• Familiarity with networking technologies and wireless networks (3G/4G/5G) is preferred
• Must be admitted to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and analytical abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Education:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field is required

Certifications:

• Must be a member of the USPTO

Skills:

• Proficiency in patent prosecution and IP law
• Strong technical writing and drafting skills
• In-depth knowledge of electrical engineering and software technologies
• Ability to analyze complex technical and legal issues
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills
• Experience with 3G/4G/5G wireless networks and similar technologies is a plus

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Days Off (PDO) and vacation time
• Potential discretionary performance-based bonus

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.