Patent Agent (Electrical Engineering)

Job Title: Patent Agent (Electrical Engineering)

Job Location: Denver, CO

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is currently seeking a highly skilled Patent Agent with a specialization in Electrical Engineering. This role presents an exciting opportunity for professionals experienced in patent prosecution, especially in areas such as 5G, Wi-Fi, wireless technologies, AI, and memory systems. The selected individual will collaborate with top researchers, inventors, and attorneys to assess patentability, draft applications, and respond to USPTO actions. The ideal candidate is eager to contribute to cutting-edge technology and intellectual property law while growing within a dynamic and innovative environment.

Duties:

• Collaborate with inventors and attorneys to assess invention technology and evaluate patentability.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications in areas such as 5G, Wi-Fi, wireless technologies, AI, processor systems, and image processing.
• Respond to USPTO actions, including office actions and rejections.
• Develop and manage patent portfolios in collaboration with clients.
• Provide expertise in evaluating technological advancements and determining strategic patent protection.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in patent prosecution.
• Registered with the USPTO or qualified to register.
• Proven experience in electrical engineering, particularly in 5G, Wi-Fi, AI, image processing, and RF front-end.
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.

Certifications:

• USPTO Registration (or eligibility to register).

Skills:

• Expertise in patent prosecution, especially in the technology fields listed.
• Strong understanding of wireless technologies, AI, and processor systems.
• Experience with autonomous vehicles, robotics, computer vision, or related AI domains is a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively interact with clients and internal teams.

Job Location:

• Denver, CO

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance plans (medical, dental, and vision).
• Paid time off (minimum of 20 days per year).
• Paid parental leave (up to 14 weeks for bonding with a newborn or adopted child).
• Retirement plan options, including 401(k) with potential profit-sharing.
• Fertility and family-forming benefits, mental health support, and wellness programs (including Peloton membership).
• Paid volunteer hours (8 hours annually for community service).
• Career development and business growth opportunities, with reimbursement for relevant activities.

This highly-regarded firm, focused on rapid global growth, has client interaction and pro bono work high on its list of achievements. Partners are invested in junior associates and group-specific training sessions are very common. Associates confirm a ?we are in this together? attitude among themselves and partners. This firm is also heavily committed to community outreach and diversity. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.