Lincoln IP, Inc. (www.LincolnIP.com), a high-end intellectual property research firm in Old Town Alexandria, VA, is currently seeking an Electrical/Computer Engineer, Patent Agent, Patent Searcher. Prior USPTO experience is a MUST.

The electrical/computer engineer, patent agent, patent searcher supports IP staff by conducting patentability, invalidity, prior art, freedom-to-operate, clearance and landscape searches in highly complex technologies including, but not limited to:

· Computer Hardware/Software

· Telecommunications/Wireless Communications

· Semiconductor/Solid-State Devices

· Business Methods/E-Commerce

· Lasers and Optics

· Printing and Imaging

· Analog/Digital Circuits

· Networking

· Medical Devices and Instrumentation

· Multimedia

· Storage Systems

· Display Technologies

· Automotive

· General Mechanical Arts

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Conduct in-depth patent/technical research and analysis and prepare written reports based on search results

The ideal candidate will have:

· Extreme attention to detail

· Sound understanding of US and international patents and patent process

· Excellent written/oral communication, interpersonal and analytical/critical thinking skills

· Ability to work well independently and collaboratively under a strict deadline

· Detailed knowledge of technical databases, particularly those related to engineering, computing and communication technologies

· Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering at a minimum

· Fluency in English; knowledge of additional languages is a plus

· Prior US patent office (USPTO) experience is a MUST

Starting salary from 80k-120k depending on experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Alexandria, VA 22314

Lincoln IP jobs

Electrical/Computer Engineer, Patent Agent, Patent Searcher