Patent Engineer

What if your next engineering challenge weren’t to design a new product, but to protect the innovations that make it unique? We’re looking for a curious, analytical mechanical engineer with a passion for technology to explore a world where engineering, innovation, and strategy converge: intellectual property and patents.

At Soucy, intellectual property is close to our hearts! As a patent engineer, you’ll actively help protect the innovations created by our engineering teams, spanning various fields including track systems and accessories for agricultural, recreational, military, and industrial vehicles.

Are you motivated by product development, research and development, and artificial intelligence? Then this position is for you.

Reporting to the Intellectual Property Engineer, your main duties will be to :

• Participate in the evaluation of new concepts to identify potential innovations
• Conduct prior art searches
• Participate in the drafting of patent applications
• Coordinate the monitoring of new patents with engineering teams
• Analyze existing patents
• Participate in the evaluation of potential issues of encroachment on third-party intellectual property rights by products offered by Soucy

With the following skills and qualities, you’ll thrive in this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or other relevant experience
• At least three (3) years of experience
• Bilingualism (English and French) to communicate with our English-speaking partners
• Attention to detail, patience, and the ability to maintain focus over long periods of time
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage documentation in a structured manner
• Independence and resourcefulness

And these assets will enhance your impact:

• Experience in mechanical design
• Experience with patents
• Interest in product development and/or research and development (R&D)
• Interest in artificial intelligence and/or robotics

Benefits designed to take you far!

• A flexible work program tailored to your needs (flexible hours, compressed workweek, hybrid remote work, and more)
• Group insurance plans that adapt to your situation
• An RRSP with an employer contribution to help you build a solid financial future
• An Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and access to a telemedicine service for a helping hand when you need it
• A $2,000 referral bonus for bringing in colleagues who are as dedicated to their work as you are!
• Your membership dues for the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ) paid by the employer

And even more!

• A life outside of work thanks to time off for illness, personal needs, or family reasons
• Support for your professional development to help you advance in your career