EE Patent Agent

A law firm in Salt Lake City, UT, is seeking an EE Patent Agent with a strong academic background and 1-2 years of experience. The ideal candidate should preferably have a degree in Electrical Engineering, though exceptional candidates with backgrounds in Physics, Computer Science, or other Engineering disciplines will also be considered. Experience in wireless communications is a plus. The firm offers a competitive benefits package starting from the date of hire, including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, LTD, enhanced parental leave, inclusive fertility and family benefits, voluntary income protection benefits, and a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match.

Job Duties:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications primarily in the field of Electrical Engineering.
• Conduct patentability assessments and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Assist in developing and managing patent portfolios.
• Collaborate with inventors, attorneys, and clients to prepare technical documents.
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding patent prosecution strategies and outcomes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related field; advanced degrees are a plus.
• 1-2 years of experience as a Patent Agent or in a similar role.
• Eligibility to practice before the USPTO is preferred.
• Solid understanding of patent laws, procedures, and patent office practices.
• Excellent technical writing skills and strong verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Technical expertise in Electrical Engineering principles and wireless communications (preferred).
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Team player with effective collaboration skills.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Enhanced parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers.
• Automatic Off Ramp/On Ramp program for parental leave.
• Inclusive fertility and family benefits.
• Voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and long-term care insurances.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

This is undoubtedly one of the Mountain West's most distinguished law firms. This firm has super legal work, very good compensation and really emphasizes lifestyle for the associates who join the firm. A large law firm, with offices throughout the United States, this firm has established itself as one of the key power players in the Mountain West legal community. A great number of the attorneys who are a part of this firm are in The Best Lawyers in America. This is undoubtedly one of the best firms to work for in the Mountain West region, and we have heard praises of this firm from virtually every associate we have ever spoken with here. This firm practices in virtually all areas of the law and is strong in most. The largest praises we have heard of this firm are in its corporate and litigation departments.