Intellectual Property & Proposals Manager

Located in Salem, MA, Titan Advanced Energy Solutions develops and tests industry-leading, ultrasound-based battery diagnostics systems for applications in electrical vehicles, consumer electronics, stationary storage, and 2nd life market for re-purposing of used EV batteries.  With numerous awards and grants, and a recent B-Round of funding, Titan is ramping up our fantastic team for an exciting next phase of growth.

We are looking to add an experienced Intellectual Property & Proposals Manager to coordinate and manage the intellectual property assets (patents, know-how and trade secrets) and government proposals for Titan. As an integral and senior part of the Technical Team, reporting to the President and COO, you will ensure that all novel ideas and practices are identified, documented, filed, and protected appropriately. In your role, you will be coordinating internal employees (engineers, technicians, others) as well as external resources (IP lawyers, IP strategists, patent examiners, consultants, IP litigators).  You will also coordinate the drafting and submission of government proposals.

In this role you will:

• Oversee, develop, and manage the intellectual property portfolio at Titan
• Develop and maintain an overall IP strategy and plan for Titan that encompasses a deep understanding of all existing IP, and specifically the IP positions of Titan’s competition.
• Work with our internal scientists and engineers to identify innovation and capture new sources of intellectual property and to get those ideas into patentable formats
• Oversee and manage the company’s outside IP counsel and strategists
• Ensure that patent applications are drafted and prosecuted in an effective and timely manner
• Ensure that all trade secrets, copyrights, trademarks, and other IP rights are properly documented and protected
• Conduct IP due diligence including patentability, freedom-to-operate, infringement, and validity analyses
• Provide the company with direction, guidance, and education on all manner of IP issues
• Manage competitive intelligence programs by monitoring patent filings, product announcements, and technical literature for input into Titan’s IP strategy
• Develop strategies for potential adversarial actions and offensives and defensive disputes
• Along with the Titan team, actively monitor the literature for government grants that align with Titan’s capabilities and business direction.
• Spearhead the consideration, development, and submission of government proposals for Titan.
• Leverage internal and external resources (as needed) to arrive at well-written proposals that have a high probability of acceptance.

Who You are:

• You are technical, strategic, highly detailed, and highly experienced in the field of IP
• You are able to work effectively as a collaborator and team player, utilizing your strong interpersonal and communication skills to work with in-house teams, as well as effectively managing relationships with our outside counsel and collaborators
• Able to work effectively as an independent contributor, taking the initiative to manage, prioritize, and complete multiple matters, all while striving for quality and timeliness

• You’re highly organized and detail oriented – accustomed to multitasking and meeting multiple, tight deadlines.
• You possess superior intellect and judgment, with the ability to think critically, set priorities, make clear and well-reasoned decisions, and provide practical IP-related advice
• You can effectively review and analyze technically complex documents, including scientific papers, patents, and technical specifications.
• You have in-depth knowledge of US and global patent application processes and familiarity reviewing patent claims required
• Resourcesfulnesss in finding relavant Grants Titan may be eligible for
• You have excellent analytical, written, and verbal skills.  In particular you have the ability to develop and coordinate large proposal documents.

• You have the ability and desire to work in an entrepreneurial, fast-moving environment

Experience and Education

• 8+ years of experience with some combination of product development or technology development with a strong component of IP generation or management.
• 3+ years of experience writing government proposals or similar documents.
• A BS degree in engineering or a related science.  An MS degree or above is highly desirable
• Formal education in patent law or a related discipline is a plus
• Experience working in law firms and/or in battery or battery-related industries is preferred

Geographic and Physical Requirements

• Located in Salem, MA
• Able to sit at a desk and operate a computer

Personal Values:

• Bias to action and entrepreneurial spirit
• Trustworthy & full of integrity
• Collaborative and capable of building consensus internally and externally
• Passion for clean energy and a desire to take an active part in shaping a new paradigm

Titan welcomes applicants from every background – our diversity helps us thrive and serve our customers and each other. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business needs, without discrimination or bias. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected]