Patent Engineer (Mechanical & Electromechanical Technology Practice Group) - Fulltime (2027)

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

Job summary

Foley & Lardner LLP invites applications for Patent Engineer roles in its Intellectual Property Department across multiple offices. You will work with inventors from innovative companies to help secure patent protection for their latest innovations.

Candidates graduating December 2026 or May/June 2027 with degrees in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or related fields are invited to apply. The firm values strong academics and excellent written and oral communication skills.

Qualifications

• Graduating December 2026 or May/June 2027 with a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or related field.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with inventors to draft patent applications and prosecute patents.
• Support IP attorneys in preparing and filing patent documents and communicating with inventors and clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Strong academic background

Education

CS/Engineering/Physics degree

Job description

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking Patent Engineers to join the Intellectual Property Department in multiple offices. We are seeking individuals with strong academic backgrounds, excellent written and oral communication skills, and an eagerness to confront new challenges and responsibilities. The position will entail working with inventors from innovative companies as they seek patent protection on their latest innovations. This position is for the following Foley offices: Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee, and Washington, D.C.

This position is open to all qualified candidates who will graduate in December of 2026, or May/June of 2027, with an undergraduate or advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering (such as Electrical, Mechanical, Material Science, Computer, Nuclear, Aerospace, and Biomedical), Physics, or a related field. Interested applicants should submit their resume and transcript.

California Applicants: Foley offers a comprehensive benefit program which currently includes Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays; Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k) Retirement; Disability and Life insurance; Adoption Assistance; Backup Care for Dependents. Pursuant to the California Pay Transparency for Pay Equity Act, the annual salary for this position is $120,000.

Washington, D.C. Applicants: Pursuant to the Washington, D.C. Pay Transparency Law, Foley & Lardner LLP offers permanent employees a comprehensive benefit program which currently includes Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays; Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k) Retirement; Disability and Life insurance; Adoption Assistance; Backup Care for Dependents. The annual salary for this position is $120,000.

Foley & Lardner LLP is an Aff... For applicants applying to our California offices, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to local ordinances.