IP Team Lead Patent Attorney / Agent (Administrative)

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 IP Supervisor - Patent Attorney/Agent - is responsible for supervising the 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 the development of patent portfolio ensures great visibility and opportunity within the organization.
Job Type: Full-Time located in 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 Attorney/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 counselReview and approve new product designs in Phase 2 of the Product Development Process. Counsel and provide relevant coaching to company personnel regarding IP matters.Assist outside counsel and in-house Legal with potential or existing IP litigationEvaluate the patent portfolio with the 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 agentBachelors in technical disciplinePatent Agent experience minimum 5 yearsMinimum 2 years supervisory experience (preference in leading an IP team)