Electriagroup
Patent Attorney
Job Title: Patent Attorney
Location: Detroit, Michigan, US (Onsite / Remote Work Options Available)
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Firm We are a boutique intellectual property law firm based in the Detroit area, specializing in providing high-quality IP services to clients in the automotive and advanced technology sectors. Our team partners with a major automotive (OEM) to protect innovations shaping the future of mobility — including connected vehicles, autonomous driving, electrification, and embedded software systems.
About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically strong Patent Attorney with a background in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering to join our growing team. The successful candidate will focus primarily on preparing and prosecuting automotive-related patents for a global OEM client and will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of cutting-edge technologies in vehicle systems, electronics, and software.
Key Responsibilities
Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications, primarily in automotive technologies such as software systems, electronics, autonomous driving, and connectivity.
Conduct patentability, infringement, and freedom-to-operate analyses.
Collaborate closely with engineers, inventors, and in-house counsel at a major OEM client.
Provide strategic IP counseling and contribute to portfolio development and management.
Stay informed about evolving patent laws and industry trends affecting automotive and software technologies.
Qualifications Required:
J.D. from an accredited law school.
Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. state.
Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
At least a bachelor’s degree in Computer engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering .
2+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience in related technology areas.
Preffered:
Experience in automotive technologies, control systems, electronics, or software patents.
Exceptional communication and technical writing skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and client interactions in a fast-paced environment.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience in the form below or contact a.triggs@electriagroup.com or info@electriagroup.com directly.
We are currently having issues with the formatting of the application form, please email us directly. We’re working on resolving this issue
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About the Firm We are a boutique intellectual property law firm based in the Detroit area, specializing in providing high-quality IP services to clients in the automotive and advanced technology sectors. Our team partners with a major automotive (OEM) to protect innovations shaping the future of mobility — including connected vehicles, autonomous driving, electrification, and embedded software systems.
About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically strong Patent Attorney with a background in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering to join our growing team. The successful candidate will focus primarily on preparing and prosecuting automotive-related patents for a global OEM client and will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of cutting-edge technologies in vehicle systems, electronics, and software.
Key Responsibilities
Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications, primarily in automotive technologies such as software systems, electronics, autonomous driving, and connectivity.
Conduct patentability, infringement, and freedom-to-operate analyses.
Collaborate closely with engineers, inventors, and in-house counsel at a major OEM client.
Provide strategic IP counseling and contribute to portfolio development and management.
Stay informed about evolving patent laws and industry trends affecting automotive and software technologies.
Qualifications Required:
J.D. from an accredited law school.
Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. state.
Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
At least a bachelor’s degree in Computer engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering .
2+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience in related technology areas.
Preffered:
Experience in automotive technologies, control systems, electronics, or software patents.
Exceptional communication and technical writing skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and client interactions in a fast-paced environment.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience in the form below or contact a.triggs@electriagroup.com or info@electriagroup.com directly.
We are currently having issues with the formatting of the application form, please email us directly. We’re working on resolving this issue
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