What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patent Engineer - Electrical/Computer position at Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, LLC?
Use your
computer or electrical engineering background to build a career at the
intersection of technology, invention, and patent law. As a Patent Engineer at
Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, LLC, you will work with inventors on cutting-edge technologies and help protect the ideas that move industries forward.
Hanley,
Flight and Zimmerman, LLC (HFZ) is seeking individuals interested in pursuing a career as a patent engineer and,
if they choose, a
career as a patent attorney. In this role, you will use your technical
background to understand inventions, work with inventors and attorneys, help
prepare patent applications, develop prosecution strategies and arguments, and
support intellectual property portfolio decisions for technology-focused
clients.
This position
is well suited for recent graduates, graduate students, and experienced engineers
who enjoy learning new technologies,
writing clearly, and solving complex technical problems in a professional
setting. Prior legal experience is not required;
HFZ provides training and mentorship as you learn patent prosecution from
experienced practitioners.
HFZ works
with clients in automotive, aerospace, telecommunications, software, artificial
intelligence, wireless technologies, oil and gas, consumer products, biomedical
devices, instrumentation, and automation and process control technologies. Our team of seasoned intellectual property practitioners will
help you learn patent law from the ground up while exposing you to new
technologies every day.
Why consider
patent engineering? The role lets you stay close to advanced technology without
following a traditional engineering track. You will build writing, analytical,
client-facing, and legal skills while learning how inventive ideas become
protected assets.
HFZ is a
boutique intellectual property firm in the heart of Chicago, specializing in
U.S. and foreign patent prosecution and patent counseling. Many of our
practitioners worked as engineers and inventors before becoming patent
attorneys, so new patent engineers learn from colleagues who understand both
the technical and legal sides of the work. That combination helps HFZ serve numerous Fortune 500 technology companies while giving
early-career professionals a practical, mentorship-focused environment in which
to grow.
Please apply
by submitting a cover letter, resume, and transcript, including transfer credits, through the
online portal. Attention: 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
Requirements
· Electrical or computer engineering undergraduate degree
· Excellent undergraduate academic
credentials, with a minimum 3.3 GPA preferred
· Strong analytical and writing skills
· Interest in learning patent law and
working with advanced technology
Candidate Preferences
· Advanced engineering degrees, graduate
coursework, research experience, internships, or engineering-related work
experience are preferred.
Benefits
Salary : $90,000 - $110,000