Description:

Job Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for IP matters in the field of transportation, with a focus on Patents and on the Americas. The position supports the central IP department of the A Leading Global Company group and reports to the Head of Patents.

Drafting and prosecution of patent applications is a significant portion of the job
Representation of A Leading Global Company Group Entities in patent and trademark prosecution at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, including Examiner's interviews
Handling Patents and other IP rights, freedom to operate evaluations, and IP enforcement in the field of transportation
Collaborate with all stakeholders and consult in patent law and related subject matters
Solve IP cases as part of a team within the international environment of A Leading Global Company Group IP
Be strategic and forward-thinking when it comes to identifying innovation and developing IP protection strategies and secure freedom to enter new field of businesses
Actively encourage the R&D teams to improve A Leading Global Company IP portfolio
Provide IP support for contracts and negotiation thereof in cooperation with the legal department
Perform IP trainings

Educational requirements:
Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or another related area of study

Experience Requirements:

3+ years' hands-on experience in patent drafting and prosecution
In-house experience in managing patent portfolios
Registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

Skills Requirements:

Qualified US Patent Agent (attorneys are welcome to apply)
Solid experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications
Solid experience in mechanics and/or material science
View IP with a strategic and “IP as a business asset” mindset by anticipating future business, competitive and legal risks, and seeking creative solutions and opportunities
Ability to work independently
Ability to work with an international team, across multiple time zones
Highly organized, able to navigate complex organization structures, systems, and processes
Willingness to travel up to 10% Domestically & International
Ability to manage multiple tasks

Preferred Skills:

Additional qualification is considered as advantage
Additional language skills are a plus
Previous international experience
In-house experience in the automotive, off-road transportation, or adjacent sector
Advanced degrees in engineering and/or science