What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patent Engineer- Biomedical position at Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, LLC?
Looking
to use your biomedical engineering skills in a different
way? Take an unexpected path that leverages your knowledge of
engineering in the legal field of patent prosecution and counseling. Our Patent
Engineer position is an exciting blend of both the legal and engineering career
paths, allowing you to experience the latest in cutting- edge technology as you
help inventors establish their intellectual property rights for their new
inventions.
Hanley, Flight and
Zimmerman, LLC (HFZ) is seeking individuals wanting to pursue a career as a patent engineer and, if you
choose, ultimately, a career as a patent attorney. As an engineer, you have the technical
background to understand the engineering principles inherent in the patent
prosecution and counseling work we provide for Fortune 500 companies and
corporations. You will engage with inventors creating
the advanced technologies that are modernizing industries and revolutionizing
how people interface with our world. We work with clients within the automotive and
aerospace sectors, telecommunications and software industries, with artificial
intelligence and wireless technologies, the oil and gas industry and consumer products,
as well as, valve technologies and biomedical devices and instrumentation - to name a few. HFZ’s team of
seasoned intellectual property practitioners will help you learn the art of
practicing patent law from the ground up. You will be involved in all stages of
the patent process, including preparing and filing applications, formulating
prosecution strategies and arguments, and assisting clients with their
intellectual property portfolio management decisions. With guidance, you can
help identify what’s unique about an invention and build a case for protecting
it. Come work in an innovative environment where you can develop strong
relationships, help companies with their long-term business strategies, and
experience new and different technologies everyday.
HFZ is a boutique firm located in the
heart of Chicago, specializing in United States and foreign patent prosecution
and patent counseling. Our team of practitioners includes many individuals who have years of industry experience as engineers and inventors before
becoming patent attorneys. A combination of significant real-world engineering
experience and legal experience results in a highly focused and skilled
team of practitioners who provide services to numerous
Fortune 500 technology companies.
Compensation:
- The
salary range for this position is $70,000-$80,000. 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.
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
- Biomedical engineering undergraduate degree.
- Excellent undergraduate academic
credentials (minimum GPA 3.5 preferred).
- Strong analytical and writing skills.
- Advanced engineering degrees and/or engineering-related
work experience.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Program
includes Health, Life and Disability Insurance and available Dental and
Vision insurance.
- 401K plan.
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000
