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Re:Build Manufacturing · 1 day ago

IP and Technology Counsel

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$200K/yr - $225K/yr

8+ years exp

Re:Build Manufacturing is a growing family of industrial and engineering businesses focused on revitalizing US manufacturing through innovative technologies and operational excellence. They are seeking a strategic Intellectual Property Counsel to manage patent strategies and provide guidance on product development while collaborating with various teams to integrate IP considerations into innovation processes.

IndustrialIndustrial AutomationIndustrial ManufacturingMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing

Responsibilities

Plan and implement detailed intellectual property strategies in alignment with Re:Build's manufacturing and innovation goals

Build and manage global patent portfolio to support business expansion and competitive positioning

Provide strategic IP guidance to senior leadership on product development, market entry, and business transactions

Lead brainstorming sessions with R&D and engineering teams to uncover and seize high-value innovations

Review and approve patent applications, office action responses, and prosecution strategies to ensure quality and alignment with business goals

Develop frameworks to support and accelerate responsible innovation

Provide specialized legal advice on complex product issues, balancing compliance with strategic goals, including risk balancing issues and non-standard product launches

Advise on a wide range of legal issues relating to new products including AI governance and emerging technologies (including AI, ML, GenAI, IoT, and automation technologies), privacy and data security, and open-source software

Partner closely with engineering, R&D, product development, and manufacturing teams to integrate IP considerations into innovation processes

Provide IP training and education to employees across all business units to ensure compliance and improve IP value

Work closely with commercial teams to address intellectual property components of partnerships, joint ventures, and technology licensing opportunities

Draft, review, and negotiate IP-related agreements including licensing deals, joint development agreements, and technology transfer contracts

Manage IP provisions in manufacturing agreements, supply contracts, and commercial partnerships

Handle IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic business transactions

Coordinate with outside counsel on IP litigation matters, including patent disputes and enforcement actions

Develop and implement IP enforcement strategies to protect Re:Build's proprietary technologies and manufacturing processes

Qualification

Patent strategyIP portfolio managementLegal advice on AICross-functional collaborationJuris Doctor (JD)USPTO registrationTechnical degreeBusiness acumenCommunicationCollaboration skills

Required

Juris Doctor (JD) from accredited law school and active state bar membership in good standing

USPTO registration and minimum 8+ years of IP experience with significant in-house counsel experience preferred

Proven track record in patent prosecution, IP strategy development, and cross-functional collaboration

Strong business acumen with ability to align IP strategy with commercial objectives and risk tolerance

Excellent communication skills for interfacing with technical teams, executives, and external counsel

Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities where AI can streamline processes, improve decision-making, and drive business outcomes

Preferred

Technical undergraduate degree in engineering, manufacturing, or related field strongly preferred

Experience with engineering and manufacturing industry IP issues, export controls, and government contracting preferred

Benefits

Bonus

Long-Term Incentive Plan

Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company!

Company

Re:Build Manufacturing

Re:Build Manufacturing is a family of industrial businesses combining cutting-edge enabling technologies, operational superiority and strategic M&A to build America’s next generation industrial company.

Founded in 2020

Framingham, Massachusetts, USA

1001-5000 employees