IP Specialist

At PALFINGER, we have been a leader in the development of innovative crane and lifting solutions for over 90 years. Our company is driven by a pioneering and passionate spirit, with a global presence and a team of approximately 12,650 employees who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision.

We are seeking an experienced Patent Attorney to join our team as part of our Global Engineering department. As a patent management expert, you will play a crucial role in providing expert service and support for projects, patents, and innovation within our organization.

• Advise internal teams on patent matters and coordinate the development and management of the patent portfolio.
• Conduct patent searches, filings, and defenses, with occasional patent drafting.
• Handle patent administration tasks, monitor deadlines, and assist with patent docket management.
• Coordinate processes and strategies with external counsels and handle global patent prosecution.
• Perform patent due diligence activities and support the evaluation of licenses and agreements.

• Several years of experience as a Patent Attorney, with expertise in patent searches, drafting, and analysis, admitted to the European Patent Office or the Austrian/German Patent Office.
• University degree in a science/technology field (mechanical or electrical engineering).
• Practical experience in patent drafting, with US patent experience and private practice beneficial.
• Know-how in collecting invention disclosures and conducting patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Interpersonal skills, fluent in business English due to collaboration with cross-functional/international teams.

• Life balance through flexible working hours and freedom to organize your work.
• Performance-related compensation.
• Career and personal development opportunities in an international company.
• Voluntary social benefits through our health management program PALfit.
• Jobticket.

The minimum yearly gross salary according to the Austrian metal industry collective agreement is EUR 59,766.98 based on full-time employment. According to experience and qualification, we offer a market-conform overpayment.