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Fluke-Patent Counsel

This Patent Counsel position will support Fluke’s growth and innovation in an industry evolving from traditional hardware products to software, AI-enabled workflow solutions and services. We build extraordinary teams that courageously craft valuable innovative IP. We are looking for a passionate and curious patent attorney to join our Legal IP team. This is the opportunity to join a skilled and collaborative legal team and help us continue building a strong culture of targeted innovation that extends our sustainable competitive advantage. This person will use their patent knowledge and innovation expertise to drive value across a global organization.

Responsibilities

Develop and advance the global patent strategy, with a focus on the assessment of the patent portfolio and alignment with business needs, priorities, and resources to improve and protect valueWork closely with inventors and engineers to identify, evaluate, and protect patentable and strategic inventions, and provide recommendations on best courses of actions to protect proprietary technologyCollaborate with inventors and engineers to elicit invention disclosuresProvide legal advice on patentability of inventions, validity of patents, and patent infringementCollaborate with engineers, inventors, product development teams, and other in-house and outside attorneys, to review, draft, and coordinate patent applications, prosecution, and other IP documentation and related agreementsProvide guidance during the new product design and development processPrepare and prosecute U.S. patent applications as needed and work with outside counsel and foreign associates for preparation and prosecution of international patent applicationsAssist with the analysis of Patent Office Actions, gather relevant data and information, and when needed draft responses to the actions to obtain allowance of claimsConduct prior art and invalidity searchesAnalyze and monitor patent landscape in support of new market entry, mergers, and acquisitions and advise on FTO and patentability considerations for complex technologiesManage the patent docket, complete docket reviews, and provide recommendations on patent maintenance and foreign filing decisionsTrack patent related projects, manage timelines, and keep leadership informed of progressProvide recommendations on trade secret protectionEffectively manage the patent budgetParticipate in due diligence related to patent acquisitions for new businesses or productsReview and advise on license and other IP agreementsContinuously improve processes and workflowsCreate and present trainings to different business teams

Qualifications

JD or equivalent from an accredited law schoolAdmitted to practice before the USPTO and in at least one state in the United States 5+ years of demonstrated ability, with a preference for candidates with in-house experienceKnowledge of applicable laws and regulations, including patent, copyright, and trade secretExperience and comfort working in a matrixed organization across functions Strong ability to spot legal and business issues and provide solutions or paths to resolution from a legal lens A technically curious, perceptive, proactive, and inquisitive problem-solverStrong process acumen and organizational and project management skills including prioritizing multiple concurrent projects and reporting progress and risksAbility to own and drive projects to completionUnderstanding business objectives and being able to appropriately assess risk and see opportunitiesMaturity to interact optimally and with confidence across all leadership levels to earn their trust and create demandExcellent verbal, written, and presentation skillsSuperior influencing and networking skillsService-oriented focus with ability to work as part of cross-functional teams and drive resultsHighest integrity, excellent judgment, and the ability to pro-actively recognize and effectively communicate legal issues to engineers, inventors, and managementRelationship and trust builderAbility to interact with technical and business teams at all levelsSelf-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to provide prompt, proactive, and practical business and legal recommendations and decisions

Fortive Corporation Overview

Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.

We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.

We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.

At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.

At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.

Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.

Fluke is leading the world in creating software, test tools and technology that will support customers today and in the future. We are a customer-obsessed market leader with a strong reputation for reliability, quality and safety.A wholly owned subsidiary of Fortive Corporation (www.fortive.com), Fluke is a global corporation headquartered in the greater Seattle area. Driven by the successful Fortive Business System, Fluke offers the passion of a startup with the resources of a Fortune 500 company. We are focused on the growth of our individual employees, teams and the Fluke brand. “We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com. “

This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 136,505.00 - 253,460.00. Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge; skills; experience; and other eligibility factors such as geographic location. The Total Rewards package includes competitive base pay and an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and several programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.