Sr. Specialist, Intellectual Property

ON.energy

• $110K — $130K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-8 years of experience in intellectual property management
  • Degree in engineering or science with a focus on grid-scale power electronics
  • In-depth understanding of patent and trade-secret laws
  • Technical skills for collaboration with engineering professionals
  • Proficient in patent writing and analysis
  • Familiarity with the USPTO patent bar is advantageous
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and AI tools

Responsibilities

  • Manage IP projects independently with minimal supervision
  • Collaborate across the organization to expand the IP Portfolio
  • Resolve complex challenges in intellectual property
  • Refine IP strategy and enhance portfolio coverage
  • Establish effective IP processes and governance
  • Advise on IP-related risks and operational freedom
  • Oversee prosecution and manage external legal counsel

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company matching
  • Paid time off and recognized company holidays
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Position in a mission-driven team focused on clean energy solutions
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Specialist, Intellectual Property to apply advanced knowledge of the field, working independently with limited supervision. This function protects the innovations behind ON.energy's battery and grid technology. You will deepen your expertise and help raise the bar across ON.energy.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage intellectual property projects and processes independently with limited supervision.
  • Collaborate with employees at all levels across the organization to further build the IP Portfolio.
  • Solve difficult and sometimes complex problems within intellectual property.
  • Contribute to refining the IP strategy and portfolio coverage.
  • Contribute to establishing IP processes, disclosures, and governance (e.g., NAPKIN-style capture).
  • Contribute to advising R&D and leadership on IP risk and freedom-to-operate.
  • Contribute to managing prosecution and external counsel.

What You'll Bring
  • 5-8 years of relevant intellectual property experience.
  • Engineering/science degree required, preferably with deep knowledge of grid-scale power electronics.
  • Deep knowledge of patent and trade-secret practice.
  • Technical aptitude to engage with engineering teams.
  • Strong patentese writing and analytical skills.
  • USPTO patent bar considered a plus.
  • Proficiency with the Microsoft 365 suite required.
  • Proficiency with Artificial Intelligence tools required.


For US-based roles - What you'll get:
  • Competitive salary + annual performance-based bonus eligibility
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and company holidays

For Mexico-based roles - What you'll get:
  • Competitive salary + annual performance bonus eligibility
  • Christmas Bonus (Aguinaldo): 30 days
  • Major medical expenses and life insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays (per local policy)

For all roles:
  • Professional development and growth opportunities
  • Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven team shaping the future of clean energy
  • Benefits vary by role and location and are subject to change.

Agency Notice: ON.energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters. Resumes submitted without a fully executed Master Services Agreement (MSA) and a written request from an authorized member of our Talent Acquisition team will be considered the property of ON.energy. No placement fees or compensation will be paid for unsolicited candidate submissions.

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