What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patent Agent / Intellectual Property Supervisor position at HYDRO-GEAR LIMITED PARTNERSHIP?
Patent Agent / Intellectual Property Supervisor can be located in either Sullivan IL or Indianapolis IN or Franklin TN. Hydro-Gear is a world leader in the design and production of precision drive solutions, serving multiple industries and delivering to customers worldwide. Our passion is innovation and a commitment to making our customers successful. Learn more about us at Hydro-Gear.com. Responsibilities : The Patent Agent / Intellectual Property Supervisor is responsible for supervising IP team, dockets, records and budget. This includes the development, filing and prosecution of US and foreign patent applications, maintenance of the companys patent portfolio and clearance of new and revised product designs. Executive Managements emphasis on development of patent portfolio ensures great visibility and opportunity within the organization. Job Type : Full-Time located in Sullivan IL or Indianapolis IN or Franklin TN Salary : Commensurate with experienceCompensation plan includes salary bi-annual bonus Benefits : Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, personal days for flexibility of time offPaid HolidaysRelocation AssistanceRetirement PlansMedical, Dental, Vision, Life InsuranceHealth & Wellness Program Benefits with incentivesTuition Reimbursement Core Responsibilities of our Patent Agent / Intellectual Property Supervisor : Role reports to President / CEO.Supervise administrative aspects of the IP department including personnel, dockets, records, risk assessments and budgetMonitor departments and design reviews to identify patentable subject matterDraft US and foreign patent applications based on reviewed subject matterDevelop patent illustrations with in-house designer for US & foreign patent applicationsCoordinate office action responses and clearance opinions with outside counselAssist outside counsel and in-house Legal with potential or existing IP litigationEvaluate the patent portfolio with supervisor for payment of maintenance feesMaintain the IP departments virtual patent label programAssist the Legal Team with IP licensing and other technology agreementsUpdate competitive patent intelligence for Executive ManagementEvaluate competitive products for patent infringementCoordinate with marketing to manage the trademark portfolioMust have current USPTO registration as a patent agentBachelor's in technical disciplinePatent Agent experience minimum 5 yearsMinimum 2 years supervisory experience (preference in leading an IP team) Apply if you have experience as a Patent Agent, Intellectual Property Supervisor or Manager, Intellectual Property Administrator, Intellectual Property Specialist.
