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.

ATTN:

• 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.

Candidate Preferences:

• candidates with an official LSAT score - a real plus
• candidates with a Patent Office Registration Number - a real plus

Benefits

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