Senior Patent Agent

Work as a Senior Patent Agent at Grainger, supporting the company's intellectual property portfolio. Conduct patent mining activities, collaborate with inventors and business stakeholders, and manage the patent portfolio.

Requirements

• Conduct patent mining activities to identify invention disclosures and innovation opportunities
• Conduct prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses
• Collaborate with inventors, engineers, and business stakeholders to assess patentability and strengthen IP portfolio
• Manage and maintain the patent portfolio, ensuring all deadlines are met
• Coordinate with affiliated legal resources to grow internal patent knowledge
• Maintain organized records of invention disclosures, prior art, and competitor patent activity
• Monitor and analyze patent trends in key technology areas relevant to Grainger's business
• Assist with the preparation of reports and presentations to leadership regarding IP strategy, portfolio status, and competitor activity

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
• 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually
• 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing, and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools
• Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents