Patent Engineer: Mechanical & Electromechanical Tech

Foley & Lardner LLP; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking Patent Engineers to join the Intellectual Property Department in multiple offices. The role involves working with inventors from innovative companies to secure patent protection for their latest innovations.

Office locations include Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee, and Washington, D.C. Open to graduates in December 2026 or May/June 2027 with degrees in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or related fields.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in technical field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to take on new challenges in patent work.

Responsibilities

• Work with inventors to secure patent protection.
• Collaborate with IP department across multiple offices.
• Prepare and submit patent applications and related documents.

Skills

Academic excellence

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

Bachelor's/Advanced degree in CS or Engineering

Physics or related field

Job description

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking Patent Engineers to join the Intellectual Property Department in multiple offices. The role involves working with inventors from innovative companies to secure patent protection for their latest innovations.

Office locations include Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee, and Washington, D.C. Open to graduates in December 2026 or May/June 2027 with degrees in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or related fields.