Apprentice - Patent Analyst - Chandigarh, India - Oceaneering International

Description

Company Profile

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Position Summary

Purpose

Get trained in surveying Prior Art in the industry or the specific product domain for possible IP conflicts. Maintain database of all company-owned patents and work towards upkeep of the same while working under full supervision.

Duties & Responsibilities

Functions

ESSENTIAL

§ Train to conduct prior art searches, technology landscapes, competitive analysis, licensing studies, evidence of use studies

§ Explore information available from all sources, including journals, online published content, subscribed newsletters, etc. Train to conduct literature survey, Patent landscape analysis, etc.

§ Train to Identify the ways that management can preserve and protect Company intellectual property rights (copyrights, patents, trade secrets, trademarks, service marks, etc.) and train to handle relevant paperwork as necessary

§ Assist in monitoring the information available on the Internet, as well as through other public sources, to ensure that no unauthorized use of Company intellectual property is taking place

§ Understand and comply with the established project management processes.

NON-ESSENTIAL

§ Undertake any other trainings/duties of a reasonable nature as required by Management.

§ Demonstrates high level of initiative to accomplish individual objectives assigned

§ Comply to organizational HR policies and procedures

Safety

Ensure that the Safety policies and procedures are understood and adhered to so far as is reasonably practicable to ensure a safe working environment.

Other

Carry out work in accordance with the Company's Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality Systems.

Perform the assigned tasks with due diligence regarding the Integrated Management Systems of the Company.

Eliminate waste of whatever form, suggest the use of more environmentally friendly substances and practices, and contribute to the continuous improvement of the environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

§ This position has NO direct supervisory responsibilities.

Reporting Relationship

Apprentice Trainee - Engineer will be reporting directly to Sr. Manager – Corporate Support

Qualifications

Qualifications

REQUIRED

Graduation /Post Graduation in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Robotics Engineering/Petroleum Engineering/ Mechatronics/ Automotive Engineering.

DESIRED

§ Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

An individual should demonstrate the following competencies & qualities to be able to perform this role successfully:

§ Communication skills

§ Teamwork & Interpersonal skills

§ Analytical, problem solving & decision-making skills

§ Organizing & planning skills

Closing Statement

Working Conditions

This position is considered OFFICE WORK which is characterized as follows.

§ Almost exclusively indoors during the day and occasionally at night

§ Occasional exposure to airborne dust in the workplace

§ Work surface is stable (flat)

Physical Activity/Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This position is considered LIGHT work.

OCCASIONAL

FREQUENT

CONSTANT

§ Lift up to 20 pounds

§ Climbing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching

§ Lift up to 10 pounds

§ Standing

§ Repetitive movements of arms and hands

§ Sit with back supported