Patent Engineer: Mechanical & Electromechanical Tech

Foley & Lardner LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking Patent Engineers to join the Intellectual Property Department across offices in Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee, and Washington, D.C.

Candidates graduating in December 2026 or May/June 2027 with degrees in CS, Engineering, Physics, or related fields are invited to apply, showcasing strong written and oral communication skills and a readiness to tackle new challenges.

Qualifications

• Graduating December 2026 or May/June 2027 with a technical degree.
• Undergraduate or advanced degree in CS, Engineering, Physics or related field.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to work with inventors.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with inventors to help secure patent protection on new inventions.
• Assist in preparing, drafting and communicating technical material to patent examiners.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science

Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, etc.)

Physics or related field

Job description

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking Patent Engineers to join the Intellectual Property Department across offices in Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee, and Washington, D.C.

Candidates graduating in December 2026 or May/June 2027 with degrees in CS, Engineering, Physics, or related fields are invited to apply, showcasing strong written and oral communication skills and a readiness to tackle new challenges.