Walters Ngwa
About Walters Ngwa
Walters Ngwa is a Manager in Patent Examination Operations at the European Patent Office, where he has worked since 2021. He holds an MSc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Engineering Berlin and has extensive experience in patent examination and technical engineering.
Work at European Patent Office
Walters Ngwa has been employed at the European Patent Office (EPO) since 2009. He currently holds the position of Manager in Patent Examination Operations, a role he has occupied since 2021. In this capacity, he oversees the examination processes and ensures compliance with patent laws. Prior to his managerial role, he served as a Patent Examiner for twelve years, where he was involved in the substantive examination of patent applications. His work is guided by the legal frameworks of the European Patent Convention and the Patent Cooperation Treaty.
Education and Expertise
Walters Ngwa earned a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Engineering Berlin. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in various technical areas, including injection molding, extrusion molding, blow molding, thermoforming, and compression molding. This specialized knowledge supports his role in patent examination, where he applies engineering principles to assess patent applications.
Background
Before joining the European Patent Office, Walters Ngwa worked as a Projektingenieur at BMW Group in Oxford, England, for one year from 2005 to 2006. This experience in the automotive industry contributed to his technical skills and understanding of engineering applications, which he later applied in his patent examination career.
Technical Contributions
In his current role at the European Patent Office, Walters Ngwa serves as a technical member of examination and opposition divisions. He participates in proceedings that require technical expertise, ensuring that patent applications are evaluated accurately and fairly. His involvement in these divisions highlights his commitment to maintaining high standards in patent examination.