Electrical Engineering Attorney / Mechanical Attorney in Chelmsford, MA

In-House

Chelmsford, MA

Electrical Engineering Attorney / Mechanical Attorney in Chelmsford, MA

Attorney

No

Job Summary:

- Title: Intellectual Property Counsel/Patent Agent
- Location: Chelmsford, MA
- Company: ZOLL
- Type: Full-time

Description:

- Responsible for managing a multi-faceted patent portfolio for ZOLL's Acute Care Technology Division.
- Prepare and prosecute patent applications in the United States and overseas.
- Serve as a key interface with business leaders for strategic IP matters.
- Collaborate with engineers and technical staff to identify and review ideas for patentability.
- Report to ZOLL's Senior Intellectual Property Counsel for the Acute Care Technology Division.

Responsibilities:

- Strategic patent portfolio management
- Preparation and prosecution of patent applications
- Product clearance and intellectual property due diligence

Education and Experience:

- BA Degree with 10+ years of relevant experience required
- JD with 5+ years of relevant experience preferred
- Electrical or Mechanical Engineering background preferred
- Must be registered to practice before the . Patent and Trademark Office
- Must have a background in medical devices and mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and/or software
- 3-5 years' experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications with a law firm or corporation
- Previous experience in managing patent portfolios, either as in-house or law firm patent counsel
- Ability to draft patent applications in coordination with inventors preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

- Ability to understand, analyze, and communicate complex technologies in oral and written form
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Experience with intellectual property due diligence and product clearance preferred
- Experience as a Patent Examiner and/or patent searcher preferred
- Experience managing a trademark portfolio preferred

Company Overview:

- ZOLL is a fast-growing company that operates in more than 140 countries around the world.
- Our employees are inspired by a commitment to make a difference in patients' lives.
- Our culture values innovation, self-motivation, and an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Join us in our efforts to improve outcomes for underserved patients suffering from critical cardiopulmonary conditions and help save more lives.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.