Patent Classifier – Mechanical, Aeronautical, Civil Engineering

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Patent Classifier role for a global leader in intelligence where you'll identify applications in patent systems. Collaborating in a team and mastering the patent classification process.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeAnn Arbor • Arizona, Colorado, Missouri, Montana, Pennsylvania, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Mastering the patent classification process
Assigning classifications in accordance with the Cooperative Patent Classification rules and definitions
Classifying applications related to specific technologies
Continually expanding knowledge and expertise into new technologies
Working closely with others in a team environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field
Experience and/or significant course work in any of the following areas: Transportation, construction, manufacturing, static structures, dynamic machines, packaging, mechanical power, transmissions, electromechanical systems, mining, molding, etc.
At least 6 months of work experience with research via work, internships, or volunteering
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Applicants must have resided in the U.S. for the past two consecutive years

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

Patent Classification ProcessMechanical EngineeringAeronautical EngineeringCivil EngineeringResearch MethodologiesStatic StructuresDynamic MachinesElectromechanical SystemsManufacturing ProcessesTransportation Systems

Soft Skills

TeamworkCollaboration