Patent Attorney at Alfa Laval Corporate AB

Job Description:

Latest job information from Alfa Laval Corporate AB for the position of Patent Attorney. If the Patent Attorney vacancy in Stockholms län matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

Please note that applying for a job may not always be easy, as new candidates must meet certain qualifications and requirements set by the company. We hope the career opportunity at Alfa Laval Corporate AB for the position of Patent Attorney below matches your qualifications.

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world‑leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140‑year‑old start‑up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

We are looking for a Patent Attorney for our office in Flemingsberg, Stockholm to manage a portfolio of inventions and patents in chemical engineering, process technology, mechanics and digital solutions (connected products, IoT, smart products, etc.). You will work closely with Alfa Laval’s R&D Departments, guiding inventions from conception to product launch and throughout their lifecycle.

• Prepare and align IP strategy work with Alfa Laval’s Business Units.
• Participate and counsel in R&D projects, R&D roadmaps, discuss with inventors regarding inventions and ideas, map and analyze FTO and evaluate invention reports on patentability and other aspects.
• Investigate and analyze the right to the invention and make proposals to inventor remuneration.
• Draft patent applications, prosecute patent applications directly or through external Patent agents versus patent offices.
• Manage the patent portfolio in cooperation with Business Units and map against the product portfolio.
• Review competitor monitoring and communicate to the R&D teams.
• Prepare, file and handle patent opposition cases.
• Investigate and analyze patent infringement issues, handling in infringement processes, communicate with opponents, contacts with external lawyer, preparing material, reviewing agreements etc.
• Handle outside inventors and inventions.

• You hold an academic degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• You have several years of experience in patent work; experience with connected products, IoT, or smart products is a plus.
• Experience in both private practice and in-house industry Patent Departments is an advantage.
• Passing the European Patent Attorney exam is a merit.
• You are fluent in English and possess strong communication skills.
• Skills in other languages (e.g., Chinese, Italian, German, or French) are an advantage.
• You are comfortable with international travel and building global contacts.

• You are well-organized, with strong coordination and multi-tasking abilities.
• You are accurate, flexible, and committed to your work.
• You thrive as a team player and enjoy collaborating with others.

We offer a challenging position in an open, friendly and global environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a big impact on Alfa Laval’s and its employees’ future success.

Linus Eklund, VP Intellectual Property, linus.eklund@alfalaval.com

Lisa Johansson, VP Human Resources, lisa.johansson@alfalaval.com

Regina García Moguel, Talent Acquisition Partner, regina.garciamoguel@alfalaval.com

Anders Jansson, Unionen, Anders.Jansson@alfalaval.com

Axel Scharing, Akademikerna, Axel.Scharing@alfalaval.com

We review applications on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to submit yours by November 30th, 2025, at the latest. Please be aware that the application process may close earlier if we identify suitable candidates, so don’t delay in applying.

Please note that, in compliance with GDPR, we cannot accept applications submitted via email.

We care about diversity, inclusion, and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games. Playing these games is mandatory. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, we conduct background checks on final candidates for this role.

Job Info:

• Company: Alfa Laval Corporate AB
• Position: Patent Attorney
• Work Location: Stockholms län
• Country: SE

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