Intellectual Property Manager

Clarios

Intellectual Property Manager maximizing patent portfolio value while minimizing third-party IP impact at Clarios. Overseeing multiple technologies and collaborating with various teams.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patent law and intellectual property management, with a strong focus on preparing and prosecuting U.S. patent applications and familiarity with international patent jurisdictions. Proficient in utilizing patent databases and IP portfolio management tools to support technical and commercial strategies.

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Patent Agent RegistrationPatent Prosecution ExperienceFamiliarity With Foreign JurisdictionsPatent Database ProficiencyTechnical Degree (B.S. or Engineering)

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Hard Skills

Patent Application PreparationPatent ProsecutionIntellectual Property ManagementTechnical AnalysisLegal Research

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

USPTO DatabaseEPO EspacenetGoogle PatentsIP Portfolio Management PlatformsAI-Assisted Legal Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

USPTO RegistrationPatent Attorney

Industry Keywords

Energy StorageBattery SystemsPower ElectronicsMaterials ScienceManufacturing Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Accountable for maximizing the value of the company's patent portfolio and minimizing the impact of third-party IP rights on the company's technical and commercial strategies.
Serves as the primary internal technical bridge to outside patent counsel across the invention lifecycle.
Covers a broad set of technologies including energy storage and battery systems, battery management systems and power electronics, software and connected products, materials science, manufacturing processes, and recycling.
Reports directly to the Deputy General Counsel – Customer, Technology & IP, and works across R&D, Product, Business Development, Procurement, and Regional Legal.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science or Engineering (mechanical, electrical, chemical, materials science, chemistry, or a comparable technical discipline) required; advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) preferred.
USPTO registration as a Patent Agent or Patent Attorney required.
Minimum 5–7 years acting as a patent agent, patent attorney, or in a comparable in-house or law-firm role.
Extensive experience with preparing and prosecuting U.S. patent applications is required, with strong familiarity with key foreign jurisdictions (WIPO/PCT, Europe (EPO), Brazil, Korea, China, Japan, etc.).
Proficient with patent databases and search tools (USPTO, EPO Espacenet, Google Patents, and comparable), IP portfolio management platforms, and modern productivity and AI-assisted legal tools.
Ability to travel up to 20% (domestic and international).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
Parental and caregiver leave programs
All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership