Would you like to be part of a world-leading, high-growth MedTech company developing innovative 3D scanners and software solutions for the Dental industry? Do you see yourself contributing in a cross-functional role that brings product development and Intellectual property (IP) closer? Are you interested in contributing to advancements in digital dentistry and improving patient care? Look no further - we have the right opportunity for you!
We are seeking a curious, engaged and technically qualified candidate to join our Legal, IP & Sustainability team as our new Patent engineer.
3Shape is a prominent company in digitizing dental treatments and specializes in developing innovative 3D scanners and software solutions that benefit both patients and dentists alike. Now, you have an opportunity to work in the center of Copenhagen and join a diverse workforce of over 2000+ employees spanning 50+ nationalities.

ABOUT US

3Shape started with a simple idea - to make 3D scanning better. First, we applied it to the hearing industry, then we succeeded in dentistry. Twenty years later, 3Shape has 2,000+ employees globally. With the help of dental professionals and amazing colleagues we’re creating award-winning scanning and CAD/CAM solutions to change dentistry together! Together, we contribute to a better world. Experience the everyday #lifeat3Shape across the globe on LinkedIn

YOUR ROLE

You will be an integral part of the patent team that consists of several patent attorneys, patent engineers and patent searchers that work together to support 3Shape’s IP position. Your curious and outgoing personality and knowledge of technology would be instrumental in facilitating patent activities across our different business areas and building a bridge between IP, R&D, and product strategy. The role offers an opportunity to work on patent projects while getting exposed to sophisticated hardware & software along with recent advances in machine learning and AI solutions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Expanding our patent portfolio by identifying innovative ideas and preparing them for drafting together with our inhouse patent attorneys
• Enhancing our internal idea harvesting reach-out program and processes to support patent portfolio development
• Collaborate closely with our product development project teams to gain a deep understanding of the project, and perform project related patent landscape studies
• Collaborate closely together with the product strategy team to develop insights into the business area, market, and competitive landscape from a product perspective
• Conducting strategic surveillance of third-party patent publications.

WE BELIEVE YOU CAN THRIVE IN THIS ROLE AS A TRUSTED ADVISOR IF YOU:

• Are highly initiative-driven, productive, out-going, with a willingness to explore and a motivation to meet targets
• Possess a genuine focus on technology and see yourself thriving at the intersection of business, technology, and Intellectual property
• Hold at least a master’s degree in physics, optics, electrical/electronics engineering, software, or a related field
• Have great interpersonal skills and an engaging personality
• It could be an asset to have prior exposure to patents (e.g. from a previous R&D position), or at least be ready to learn about patents.