Specialist Patents (m/f/d)
Bayreuth, DE
CYBEX is a company that puts tomorrow’s people at the heart of its brand. Always questioning the status quo and not afraid of challenging the establishment, CYBEX has become not just a leader in child safety but is seen as an innovative lifestyle and fashion brand for parents. We offer car seats, baby carriers, kids furniture and strollers enabling parents to keep their little ones safe in style. After growing rapidly in the last few years, we look for ambitious talent to contribute to CYBEX’s success story.
Your areas of responsibilities:
- Offer specialist advice on all patent-related matters
- Offer guidance on German, European and foreign utility patents and design patents
- Evaluate inventions and prepare applications for German, EU and foreign patents
- Collaborate with inventors to support the development of strategic intellectual property
- Develop and finalize product-clearance plans by conducting thorough research on existing patents
- Provide comprehensive advice on potential patent infringements, ensuring adherence to legal standards
- Support to conduct investigations on patent infringements and to take necessary actions in patent disputes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Project Management, Quality Management, Design, Procurement, and Legal departments
- Participate in product development meetings to identify and capture inventions at an early stage
- Conduct inventor workshops to support development steps and strategic intellectual property creation
- Engage with external lawyers to facilitate legal aspects of patent-related activities
Your profile of qualification:
- Technical studies (Mechanical Engineer, Physics, or comparable) with further education or experience in patents
- First hands-on experience in patent-related fields, including patent applications and enforcement actions is an asset
- Ability to prioritize tasks effectively
- Strong analytical skills and a well-organized work approach
- In-depth understanding of technical and academic procedures and processes
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Proficient in MS-Office applications
- Fluent in English (written and oral)
- Good proficiency in the German language
CYBEX operates globally and has employees from over 29 nations. If you are keen to leave your footprint in a swiftly growing business that offers plenty of opportunities to grow both on a professional and individual level, you’ve come to the right place. As part of Goodbaby International Holdings Ltd., CYBEX is dedicated to creating an inclusive working environment that encompasses diversity and equal opportunities. In addition to a competitive salary, attractive annual leave, and discounts on our products you’ll have the chance to develop your personal profile in an international environment.