Patent Litigation and Regulatory Compliance Manager

Johnson Health Tech North America Inc•Village of Cottage Grove, WI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Johnson Health Tech North America is seeking a Patent Litigation & Regulatory Compliance Manager to protect the intellectual property behind their innovative products. This role offers a unique opportunity for a patent attorney to engage in strategic litigation, precise prosecution, and collaborative work with engineers, product teams, and global business partners. The position involves leading patent litigation, partnering with R&D to protect new ideas, and bridging legal, technical, and regulatory discussions. Johnson Health Tech is a leading global fitness equipment manufacturer dedicated to helping people live healthier lives through innovative products and exceptional customer experiences.

Requirements

Juris Doctor required.
Technical undergraduate degree in Engineering or a related field required.
Active admission to at least one State Bar required; Wisconsin Bar admission preferred.
Qualified to practice as a Patent Attorney before the USPTO.
At least two years of patent litigation experience.
Experience leading patent litigation matters, including Inter Partes Review and other USPTO proceedings, from filing through resolution.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret patents and patent applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work well across diverse teams and stakeholder groups.
Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Nice To Haves

Regulatory compliance experience and the ability to interpret ambiguous regulatory standards are a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage patent litigation matters, including representing Johnson in court and drafting briefs and other litigation documents.
Direct litigation and USPTO proceedings, including Inter Partes Review, while working with outside counsel when needed.
Evaluate infringement claims against and by Johnson and recommend defense or enforcement strategies.
Conduct patent searches and create or submit patent applications to help protect product innovations.
Partner with design engineers to support novel, non-obvious designs and protect prototypes and inventions before public showings.
Serve as a liaison between JHTNA R&D teams and the global Intellectual Property team at JHT headquarters in Taiwan.
Participate in the creation and improvement of industry consensus standards after on-the-job training.
Translate regulatory standards into practical guidance for Product and R&D teams.