Intellectual Property Specialist
Middleville, MI (On-site)
Our client, a leading North American manufacturer with a legacy of innovation, is seeking an experienced Intellectual Property Specialist to support their legal and innovation functions. This role offers the opportunity to work cross-functionally with R&D, outside counsel, and senior legal teams to protect and advance the organization’s intellectual property portfolio.
This is a unique opportunity for someone who thrives on organization, structure, and playing a key part in how innovation is protected.
Projects You’ll Work On:
- Help manage and streamline the organization’s IP processes from both a policy and operational perspective
- Own and maintain the accuracy and completeness of IP data records
- Oversee IP docketing and patent tracking systems, ensuring timely updates and process adherence
- Assemble and maintain a “living document” of all patents and trademarks, including status and historical records
- Support the Patent Review Board, track inventorship, and help coordinate inventor recognition programs
- Compile and distribute monthly IP metrics to internal stakeholders
- Collaborate with outside legal counsel to monitor active IP filings and tasks
- Maintain documentation related to patent marking compliance
What Experience You Should Bring:
- 5+ years of experience in intellectual property management, legal docket management, or related fields
- Solid understanding of U.S. and Canadian IP laws and prosecution procedures
- Proficiency in IP management and docketing software tools
- High attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills
- Comfortable working independently as well as cross-functionally with internal teams and external attorneys
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
Why Join?
Our client is a well-established U.S.-based manufacturer recognized as a multi-year Energy Star Partner of the Year and known for building quality-driven, technologically advanced products. The company maintains a commitment to keeping production domestic, investing in local communities, and delivering products that serve critical infrastructure needs worldwide.
This role offers a stable work environment, opportunities for long-term growth, and the chance to be part of a legal/IP team that makes a real impact on innovation.
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