Intellectual Property Attorney

Schlumberger • Rosharon, TX • 1d ago

At SLB, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. Every day, our employees across 120 different countries work together to create industry-changing technology that unlocks cleaner, safer access to energy for every community, including those we live and work in. SLB is a leading employer in the energy space with a reputation for hiring the best and the brightest people and keeping them at the top of their game through rewarding career-long development opportunities. If you want to drive your career and grow with a company that's embraced new ways of thinking since 1927, we may have the career for you. You can find more information about SLB and what we're doing in at www.slb.com .

About the Position

The IP Attorney is responsible for a wide range of IP legal matters relating to product development at one or more technology centers. Under the supervision of a Senior IP Counsel, the IP Attorney manages an assigned IP portfolio and develops and maintains the IP strategy for technology development within the assigned areas. The successful candidate will have very strong experience in patent drafting and prosecution, patent portfolio management, patent validity and infringement analyses, and client counseling. The right candidate will be a self-starter with a team attitude and able to perform independently while completing tasks within structured timelines. Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary, to actively engage with the center engineering team and be a trusted IP legal advisor to the management team.

Responsibilities

Review and evaluate SLB and 3rd party patent portfolios to develop knowledge and competency in the assigned technology areas.

Review and evaluate new invention disclosures and recommends disposition to management.

Supervise outside counsel in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications and manages the corresponding IP docket.

Provide IP review and prepare IP reports for technology development projects.

Prepare, review and negotiate development, confidentiality and consulting agreements.

Plan and conduct brainstorming sessions with technology development team and stakeholders on assigned technology topics.

Perform fact gathering and initial analysis for right-to-use, infringement and validity opinions.

Train and counsel center employees and managers in IP legal issues and company policies.

Assist in maintaining trade secret protection for the center, through appropriate confidentiality agreements, intellectual property agreements with employees and technical publication approval.

Direct, supervise and assist outside counsel on legal matters affecting the center.

Assist in the development, implementation and update of the IP strategy for the center(s).

Monitor the IP activity of competitors and advise the business and legal management team.

Law degree (JD or equivalent) and member of good standing in State Bar.

Registration to practice before USPTO

University Technical degree required (preferably in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Material Science, Physics or Mechanical Engineering)

2-5 years of experience (after law degree), working primarily with patent prosecution, patent law and technology related agreements.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple simultaneous projects effectively.

Candidates must be able to legally work and reside in the US without sponsorship.

Experience working for or representing a multinational company preferred.

Previous experience working within O&G technology is preferred.

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