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Intellectual Property Associate Jobs in Michigan

The Timken Company

Our associates make the world more productive by improving the efficiency and reliability of the ... Documents intellectual property, produces catalog data, and creates technical support documents ...

Timken

Our associates make the world more productive by improving the efficiency and reliability of the ... Documents intellectual property, produces catalog data, and creates technical support documents ...

Mohr Partners

Associate Broker

Detroit, MI · On-site

Compile property data and create summary reports, market updates, and maps. * Prepare and review ... Work with research and Mohr Business Intelligence (BI) teams to compile market information and ...

Optimal Inc.

Patent Engineer

Superior, MI · On-site

... intellectual property process, facilitate sharing of best practices Facilitate ideation and invention development workshops Invention disclosure status tracking and reporting Keep current with ...

Optimal

Patent Engineer

Superior, MI · On-site

$70 - $100/hr

Train local staff on internal intellectual property process, facilitate sharing of best practices * Facilitate ideation and invention development workshops * Invention disclosure status tracking and ...

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Abaxis

Scientist - Companion Animal Vaccines

Portage, MI · On-site

$33 - $41.50/hr

Senior Associate Scientist / Scientist, Companion Animals/Equine Biologicals Zoetis Veterinary ... Responsible for collecting and maintaining accurate documentation both for intellectual property ...

Direct Counsel

Real Estate Associate Attorney

Detroit, MI · On-site

$240K - $420K/yr

Property management agreements * Other real estate-related transactional documents * Handle ... The firm values creativity, intellectual curiosity, and professional development, providing a ...

Timken

Our associates make the world more productive by improving the efficiency and reliability of the ... Field Theory, Intellectual Property (IP) Awareness, Cross-functional Collaboration, Project ...

The Timken Company

Our associates make the world more productive by improving the efficiency and reliability of the ... Field Theory, Intellectual Property (IP) Awareness, Cross-functional Collaboration, Project ...

sasholdings

Paralegal

Troy, MI · On-site

... intellectual property, termination rights, payment terms, dispute resolution, and governing law ... Associate's or Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate from an accredited program. * 5+ ...

Clarivate

Senior Counsel-M&A

Ann Arbor, MI · Hybrid

$165K - $205K/yr

... A associate. It Would Be Great If You Also Have... * Prior in-house experience preferred ... The team includes professionals specializing in M&A, intellectual property, technology transactions ...

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How much do intellectual property associate jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for intellectual property associate in Michigan is $181,243.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $135,100.00 and $246,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an intellectual property associate?

An Intellectual Property (IP) Associate is a legal professional who specializes in intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. They assist clients with obtaining IP protection, enforcing rights, and handling litigation or disputes. Their work often includes drafting legal documents, conducting research, and advising on IP strategy. IP Associates typically work at law firms, corporations, or government agencies, ensuring that clients' intellectual assets are legally protected.

What does an intellectual property associate do?

Intellectual Property Associates often spend their days drafting and prosecuting patent and trademark applications, conducting legal research, and preparing responses to Office Actions from regulatory bodies like the USPTO. They may also be involved in IP due diligence, assisting in litigation support, and advising clients or internal teams on IP strategy. Collaboration with inventors, engineers, marketing teams, and senior attorneys is common, requiring both technical understanding and effective communication. While the workload can be fast-paced and deadline-driven, it provides valuable exposure to a wide range of industries and opportunities to develop specialized expertise.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an intellectual property associate?

To thrive as an Intellectual Property Associate, you generally need a law degree (JD), bar admission, and a solid understanding of patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret law, along with excellent research and analysis skills. Familiarity with IP management software, docketing systems, and USPTO electronic filing platforms is often required, and certification as a patent attorney or agent can be an asset. Strong written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across departments distinguish top performers in this field. These skills and qualifications are crucial for protecting clients' intellectual property rights and navigating complex legal and regulatory requirements effectively.

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Infographic showing various Intellectual Property Associate job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $181,243 per year, or $87.1 per hour.

Sr. Product Development Engineer

The Timken Company

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Timken rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 82 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

315th of 499 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Your career begins at Cone Drive Operations, a Timken company!  Cone Drive is located in beautiful Traverse City, Michigan and boasts 100 years of success in the gearing industry.  If you're ready for a challenging career that provides you with the ability to advance personally and professionally, look to Cone Drive.  Our associates make the world more productive by improving the efficiency and reliability of the machinery that keeps industry in motion.

The Product Development Engineer will utilize strong technical and analytical skills to design, develop, and launch new industrial gearbox products and components.

Responsibilities:

  • Applies analytical skills, including handbook calculations and finite element analysis (FEA), to design commercial power transmission products, support product application engineering issues, implement engineering changes, and participate in value engineering activities
  • Conducts product ratings calculations including thermal capacity and stress limit load capacity for assemblies and components using approved internal or industry standard tools and methods
  • Develops product rating and selection programmed software solutions
  • Creates, collects, and synthesizes design alternatives to produce innovative solutions that satisfy requirements of product specifications
  • Solicits input from production, manufacturing engineering, and quality assurance throughout the design process to improve products and reduce costs
  • Works with suppliers to develop cost-effective products based on both new part designs and application of commercial power transmission components
  • Employs 3D CAD software to develop creative and accurate solutions for part and assembly designs
  • Applies project management tools  (timelines, action plans, design reviews, gate checklists) to lead cross functional teams
  • Assists with product testing and leads efforts to solve design and manufacturing problems
  • Documents intellectual property, produces catalog data, and creates technical support documents

Requirements:

  • Minimum 1-year related experience
  • Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or related program
  • Experience designing components and assemblies in 3D CAD (Solid Edge or similar)
  • Experience in engineering analysis including use of FEA tools and interpreting data/results
  • Background and interest in computer programming for developing applications and web app tools (C#; .NET; Next.js)

Preferred Experience:

  • Good inter-department project management skills
  • Background in heat transfer
  • Noise and vibration/system dynamics analysis experience
  • Hands-on experience in working with mechanical systems
  • Hands-on experience in working with lab instrumentation

This position may require access to United States export controlled technical data ("CTD") and hardware under the Departments of US State (ITAR) and/or Commerce (EAR).  Eligible candidates are; US Citizens, Green Card holders, Asylees or others eligible to receive US export license authorizations. Candidate must be authorized to work in the US.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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The Timken Company designs a growing portfolio of engineered bearings and power transmission products that improve the reliability and efficiency of global machinery and equipment to move the world forward. Timken posted $3.8 billion in sales in 2019 and employs more than 17,000 people globally, operating from 42 countries. Why Choose Timken?

Industry

Industrial machinery manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

North Canton, OH, US

Year founded

1899

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