Patent Engineer: Mechanical & Electromechanical Tech

Foley & Lardner LLP; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking Patent Engineers to join the Intellectual Property Department across multiple offices, including Milwaukee. The role targets candidates graduating in December 2026 or May/June 2027 with degrees in CS, Engineering, Physics, or related fields. Applicants should submit resume and transcript.

Offices include Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee, and Washington, D.C. The firm emphasizes strong academics and communication skills while taking on new challenges in patent

Qualifications

• Strong academic background and outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Open to graduates who will finish December 2026 or May/June 2027 with relevant degrees.
• Degrees in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or related fields are eligible.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with inventors and patent professionals to prepare and pursue patent protection for innovations.
• Coordinate with multiple offices to support intellectual property initiatives.
• Present clear technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Academic excellence

Education

BS/BA in CS/Engineering/Physics or related

Job description

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking Patent Engineers to join the Intellectual Property Department across multiple offices, including Milwaukee. The role targets candidates graduating in December 2026 or May/June 2027 with degrees in CS, Engineering, Physics, or related fields. Applicants should submit resume and transcript.

Offices include Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee, and Washington, D.C. The firm emphasizes strong academics and communication skills while taking on new challenges in patent