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Patent engineers specialize in conducting patent searches for clientsThey utilize their technical background and experiences to understand and visualize each invention or patent disclosure; and apply critical thinking, mechanical reasoning and problem-solving skills to conduct a focused and comprehensive search for prior art references for a search reportPatent engineers appreciate how things work.
At cardinal, our patent engineers work with constantly new inventions and cutting-edge technologies, each project providing unique and broad challengesPatent engineers work on various types of projects, including but not limited to examination, patentability, invalidity, state of the art, and freedom to operate searches.
Position responsibilities/duties:
Patent engineers are responsible for conducting patent research projects to the expected qualities and in a timely mannerFor each research project, engineers are responsible for understanding invention disclosures in their technical area; constructing and conducting search strategies; and completing a search reportEngineers are also responsible for meeting deadlines and managing the assignments on their docketsEngineers must possess effective communication skills for communicating with other staff and team members.
Required skills and abilities:
Patent search or research experience – i.e., familiarities with search engines.
Technical understanding of invention disclosures, and identification of search focus.
Problem solving skills in constructing and conducting patent searches using various search engines.
Critical thinking skills to analyze found results and completing a search report.
Mechanical reasoning skills for mentally visualizing structure and operation of inventions and prior art.
Other skills:
Self-motivated to work effectively and efficiently.
Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
Strong self- management abilities.
Ability to comprehend complex machinery with many moving parts.
Hands-on / real world experience, including hobbies such as
Building
Carpentry
Fixing / repairing things
Mechanical ‘tinkering’
Aptitude for understanding how things work.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering,
Patent law, legal experience, or j.dPreferred, but not required.
Cardinal intellectual property, incIs a global leader in patent and trademark service, and a provider of software services for intellectual property managementAs a leader in the patent research industry, cardinal ip has been contracted by the u.sPatent and trademark office to conduct their pct searches and prepare the preliminary opinions across all subject categoriesOur technology solutions for intellectual property management include invention disclosure processing, docketing and competitive monitoringOur technology platforms incorporate rigorous security and data protection standards, and we maintain confidentiality using the same diligence and procedures as a law firm.
Cardinal intellectual property, incProvides equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employmentNo person will be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local statute or ordinance.
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