Job Description
Hanley, Flight and Zimmerman, LLC (HFZ), a patent prosecution law firm located in downtown Chicago, is seeking engineers with industry experience to train to be patent engineers. As a patent engineer at HFZ, you will use your engineering skills to protect a wide range of cutting-edge technologies for some of the most innovative companies in the world. Patent Engineers can experience rapid career advancement and pay escalation opportunities by becoming patent agents, and attending a part-time law school program with the goal of becoming a patent attorney. This is an in-office, Chicago-based role with hybrid flexibility. This is not a remote position.
Compensation:

• The salary range for this position is $85,000-$105,000. Actual salary will vary and may be above or below this range based on experience.
• Year-end bonus potential - discretionary and based on productivity.
• Comprehensive Benefits Program includes Health, Life and Disability Insurance and available Dental and Vision insurance.
• 401K plan.
• This is an in-office, Chicago-based role with hybrid flexibility.

- Please provide a cover letter, resume, and any/all of your engineering transcripts.
ATTN:
- Bill O'Connor Recruitment Manager
- Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, LLC is committed to diversity as a core value of the firm. We continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. A diverse and inclusive workforce enriches our work experience and enhances the value of our legal services. HFZ is an Equal Opportunity/ M/F/Vet/Disabled Employer.
Requirements
Candidates are required to have:
- at least two years of engineering-related work experience,
- the desire to become a patent attorney,
- an ELECTRICAL , COMPUTER, BIOMEDICAL and MECHANICAL engineering undergraduate degree or COMPUTER SCIENCE degree.
- excellent academic credentials, and
- strong analytical and writing skills.
Candidate Preferences:
- candidates with an official LSAT score - a real plus
- candidates with a Patent Office Registration Number - a real plus
Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Program includes Health, Life and Disability Insurance and available Dental and Vision insurance.
• 401K plan.