Mercedes-Benz R&D North America

Support the development and operation of the trade compliance program with a focus on software, encryption, and technology classification. Coordinate with engineering and legal teams to manage licensing, recordkeeping, and export audits.

The role involves counseling engineering teams on IP strategy and identifying patentable inventions across automotive technologies. Responsibilities include drafting patent applications, managing prosecution with outside counsel, and providing freedom-to-operate risk assessments.