Experienced Engineer - Patent Engineer

Patent Engineer, Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, LLC

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. We work with clients within the automotive and aerospace sectors, telecommunications and software industries, artificial intelligence and wireless technologies, the oil and gas industry and consumer products, as well as biomedical devices and instrumentation and valve technologies.

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.

• At least two years of engineering‑related work experience
• The desire to become a patent attorney
• ELECTRICAL, COMPUTER, BIOMEDICAL engineering background
• Excellent academic credentials
• Strong analytical and writing skills

• Official LSAT score (real plus)
• Patent Office Registration Number (real plus)

• Salary range: $85,000–$105,000 (actual salary may vary based on experience)
• Year‑end bonus potential – discretionary and based on productivity
• Comprehensive Benefits Program:
  Health, Life and Disability Insurance;
  Dental and Vision insurance available
• 401 K plan
• In‑office, Chicago‑based role with hybrid flexibility

Please provide a cover letter, resume, and any/all of your engineering transcripts.

Bill O’Connor, Recruitment Manager. If using Linked In Easy Apply, additional documents (transcript, cover letter) can be emailed to (Bill O'Connor).

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.

• Seniority level:
  Associate
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Administrative, Legal, and Engineering
• Industries:
  Law Practice, Legal Services, and Technology, Information and Media