Georg Schopfer
About Georg Schopfer
Georg Schopfer is the Team Manager Operations at the European Patent Office, a position he has held since 2019. He has a strong academic background in Chemical Engineering and Process Systems Engineering, with experience in both engineering and project management roles.
Work at European Patent Office
Georg Schopfer has been employed at the European Patent Office since 2019, serving as Team Manager Operations. In this role, he oversees various operational aspects within the organization. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Patent Examiner specializing in Gas Liquefaction & Separation from 2012 to 2018. His tenure at the European Patent Office spans a total of 11 years, contributing to the examination of patents and the management of operational teams.
Previous Experience at Linde Engineering
Before joining the European Patent Office, Georg Schopfer worked at Linde Engineering from 2005 to 2012. He held roles in Process Engineering and Sales Project Management during his 7 years at the company. This experience provided him with a solid foundation in engineering processes and project management within the engineering sector.
Education and Expertise
Georg Schopfer's academic background includes a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Process Systems Engineering from RWTH Aachen University, which he completed from 2000 to 2005. He also holds a Diplom-Ingenieur in Chemical Engineering from the same institution, earned between 1993 and 1999. Additionally, he studied at Imperial College London from 1997 to 1999, where he participated in an Exchange Program and completed his Diploma Thesis, further enhancing his expertise in chemical engineering.
Background
Georg Schopfer has a diverse background in engineering and patent examination. His career spans multiple roles in both the engineering and intellectual property sectors. He has developed a strong foundation in chemical engineering and process systems, which has been applied in various professional settings, including his current role at the European Patent Office.