Patent Engineer -Experienced Engineer

Hanley, Flight and Zimmerman, LLC (HFZ), a patent prosecution law firm located in downtown Chicago, is seeking engineers with industry experience to train to be patent engineers. As a patent engineer at HFZ, you will use your engineering skills to protect a wide range of cutting-edge technologies for some of the most innovative companies in the world. Patent Engineers can experience rapid career advancement and pay escalation opportunities by becoming patent agents, and attending a part-time law school program with the goal of becoming a patent attorney.  This is an in-office, Chicago-based role with hybrid flexibility. This is not a remote position. 

Compensation:

• The salary range for this position is $80,000-$105,000. Actual salary will vary and may be above or below this range based on experience.
  
• Year-end bonus potential – discretionary and based on productivity.
  
• Comprehensive Benefits Program includes Health, Life and Disability Insurance and available Dental and Vision insurance.
  
• 401K plan.
  
• This is an in-office, Chicago-based role with hybrid flexibility.
  

-         Please provide a cover letter, resume, and any/all of your engineering transcripts.

-         Bill O’Connor Recruitment Manager

-         Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, LLC is committed to diversity as a core value of the firm. We continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. A diverse and inclusive workforce enriches our work experience and enhances the value of our legal services. HFZ is an Equal Opportunity/ M/F/Vet/Disabled Employer.

Requirements

Candidates are required to have:

-         at least two years of engineering-related work experience,

-       the desire to become a patent attorney,

-         an ELECTRICAL, COMPUTER, BIOMEDICAL and MECHANICAL engineering undergraduate degree or COMPUTER SCIENCE degree.

-         excellent academic credentials, and

-         strong analytical and writing skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Program includes Health, Life and Disability Insurance and available Dental and Vision insurance.
  
• 401K plan.