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

Foley & Lardner LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking Patent Engineers to join its Intellectual Property Department across Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee, and Washington, D.C. Graduates in December 2026 or May/June 2027 with degrees in CS, Engineering, Physics or related fields are encouraged to apply.

Applicants should have strong written and oral communication skills and a drive to tackle new challenges. Selected candidates will work with inventors from innovative companies as they seek patent protection for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in CS/Engineering/Physics or related field.
• Graduating December 2026 or May/June 2027.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and willingness to take on new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with inventors to obtain patent protection.
• Assist in preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
• Support the IP team across multiple offices in the filing process.

Skills

Academic excellence

Written communication

Oral communication

Eagerness to learn

Education

CS (Undergraduate)

Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, etc.)

Physics

Related field

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.