Patent Engineer Mechanical Engineering | Krones - Patentingenieur Maschinenbau (m/w/d)

Job Summary

As a Patent Engineer at Krones AG, you will play a vital role in protecting the intellectual property of a global leader in beverage and food processing machinery. Your daily responsibilities include conducting independent patent searches to support development processes, monitoring third-party intellectual property rights, and preparing patent applications for national, European, and international patent offices. You will act as a key liaison, supporting inventors and patent managers while collaborating with external patent attorneys on legal assessments and infringement issues. This position is particularly attractive due to its 35-hour work week, highly competitive hourly wages up to 45.14 EUR, and the flexibility of working up to 50% from home. Located in Neutraubling, the role offers long-term career prospects with high chances of permanent employment in an innovative, technologically advanced environment.