Engineering

Our Engineering team advises on the protection and commercialisation of innovations across mechanical, electrical, electronic, civil, chemical, process, materials, mining and industrial engineering, supporting clients from early concept through to market deployment.

Our patent attorneys are qualified engineers, giving them a deep understanding of both the technical elements of engineering developments and the commercial realities of protecting IP in competitive markets. This dual perspective enables the team to quickly grasp how an invention works, identify where its value lies, and develop IP strategies aligned with commercial outcomes.

The team works with individual inventors, startups, SMEs, universities, research institutions and large corporations in Australia and internationally. Clients range from local manufacturers to global enterprises operating in highly regulated and technically complex industries.

We advise on a broad spectrum of engineering technologies, including mechanical and electromechanical systems, automation and control systems, robotics, energy and power generation technologies, materials and metallurgical innovations, mining and resources technologies, oil and gas, transportation and automotive systems, civil and structural engineering solutions, packaging and processing technologies, optical and laser-based technologies, medical devices, defence-related technologies and advanced manufacturing applications. The team also has experience supporting innovations in sustainability, clean technology and energy transition.

Our engineering expertise is most commonly applied to patent drafting, prosecution and portfolio management, as well as registered designs where product form, configuration or visual features are critical to market differentiation. This is particularly important for manufactured products where competitors may attempt to replicate appearance or functionality. Where appropriate, we work closely with trade marks and legal teams to ensure a coordinated and commercially robust IP position.

Clients value the team’s experienced approach, which provides direct access to senior practitioners with substantial industry and technical backgrounds. Our Principals and senior attorneys remain closely involved throughout matters, supported by junior team members, ensuring consistency, technical accuracy and efficient decision-making.

The team remains closely connected to industry through active participation in professional and manufacturing associations, ongoing engagement with engineers, researchers and manufacturers, and hands-on exposure to emerging engineering challenges through client work.