Wim Van Der Zee
About Wim Van Der Zee
Wim Van Der Zee is a Patent Examiner at the European Patent Office in Germany, where he has worked since 1987. He holds a Master's degree in Industrial Design Engineering from Tu Delft and has extensive experience in engineering and law.
Work at European Patent Office
Wim Van Der Zee has been employed as a Patent Examiner at the European Patent Office since 1987. With over 37 years of experience in this role, he has developed extensive expertise in patent examination processes and intellectual property rights. His long tenure at the European Patent Office, located in Germany, highlights his commitment to the field of patent law and innovation.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining the European Patent Office, Wim Van Der Zee worked briefly as a Technical Advisor at Superior Group in Williamsville, New York, for one month in 1987. He also held the position of Project Engineer at Schottel in Germany for one month in the same year. These roles contributed to his foundational experience in technical and engineering environments.
Education and Expertise
Wim Van Der Zee has a diverse educational background. He studied at Groen Van Prinsterer College from 1973 to 1979. He then pursued a Master's degree in Industrial Design Engineering at Tu Delft from 1980 to 1986. Additionally, he studied Civil Engineering at Tu Delft for one year in 1979. His academic journey continued at Utrecht University, where he studied International Law and Law from 1989 to 2006, further enhancing his expertise in legal aspects related to patents.
Academic Background
Wim Van Der Zee's academic background includes significant studies in engineering and law. He completed his Master's in Industrial Design Engineering at Tu Delft, which provided him with a strong foundation in design principles and engineering practices. His later studies in International Law at Utrecht University expanded his knowledge in legal frameworks, particularly those relevant to intellectual property and patent law.