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NEURA Robotics

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Shaping IP clauses in contracts with cooperation partners and universities * Optimization of ... Successfully completed MINT studies, in particular electrical engineering, computer science ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract patent engineer in the United States is $152,666.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,500.00 and $180,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Patent Engineer vs Patent Agent?

AspectContract Patent EngineerPatent Agent
CredentialsEngineering degree, patent law knowledgeLaw degree, patent bar admission
Work EnvironmentContract basis, engineering firms, R&D departmentsLegal practice, patent law firms, corporate legal teams
Industry UsageTechnology, engineering, manufacturingLegal, technology, patent prosecution

While both roles involve patent processes, Contract Patent Engineers focus on technical patent drafting and analysis, often on a contract basis, whereas Patent Agents are licensed legal professionals specializing in patent prosecution and legal advice. The choice depends on whether the focus is technical engineering work or legal patent practice.

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Patent Attorney / Patent Engineer (human)

NEURA Robotics

On-site

$91.34 - $137.02/hr

Other

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Your mission & challenges

  • Interdisciplinary and practice-oriented work in all areas of intellectual property (IP), in particular holistic handling of matters in the fields of patent, trademark and design law in an international market environment

  • Registration and enforcement of patents in Germany and abroad as well as optimal structuring of the patent portfolio

  • Shaping IP clauses in contracts with cooperation partners and universities

  • Optimization of processes and strategies in patent management for long-term success

  • Preparing and conducting searches and participating in freedom-to-operate analyses

  • Representing the company's interests vis-à-vis external law firms, partners and third parties

  • Versatile tasks in a dynamic environment that requires creative thinking and active participation beyond pure file work

What we can look forward to

  • Successfully completed MINT studies, in particular electrical engineering, computer science, engineering or physics

  • Preferably completed training as a German Patent Attorney and/or European Patent Attorney or on the way to becoming one

  • Comprehensive expertise in the analysis of complex patent law issues, preferably also in other areas of intellectual property law

  • Knowledge of international jurisdictions is an advantage

  • Strong teamwork skills, assertiveness, communication and negotiation skills

  • Fluent in German and English

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