Intellectual Property Counsel
Nidec Motor CorporationSt. Louis, Missouri, United States
Posted March 12, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
With a pedigree dating back more than a century, Nidec Motor Corporation (NMC) is a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. The NMC product line features a full line of U.S. MOTORS® brand high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units. In February 2017, Nidec acquired Leroy-Somer and Control Techniques, greatly expanding our offering in industrial motors, controls and generators. Nidec Corporation is a global enterprise comprised of approximately 230 subsidiaries/affiliates including Nidec Motor Corporation. Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling "everything that spins and moves", miniature to gigantic. Aspiring to achieve still higher growth and greater market share, each group company is enhancing its technical capabilities and competitive edge. We are a global leader in the design and manufacture of electric motors and integrated controls.
Job Description
We are seeking an Intellectual Property Counsel to develop, manage, and execute a comprehensive global IP strategy for Nidec Motor Corporation's portfolio of products and technologies. The successful candidate will have 5+ years of patent prosecution experience, 10-15 years of IP experience, and a Juris Doctorate from a major accredited law school.
Requirements
- Technical degree required, electrical or mechanical engineering preferred
- Advanced technical degree (Masters or Doctorate) in the above discipline(s) preferred
- Juris Doctorate from a major accredited law school required
- 5+ years of patent prosecution experience required
- 10-15 years of IP experience at top-tier law firm and/or company required
- Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office required
- Experience with global patent prosecution, patent appeals, re-examinations, re-issues, and inter partes review proceedings preferred
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Benefits package
- Opportunities for career growth and development
