Patent Specialist

Scania is undergoing a transformation from being a leading supplier of trucks, buses, and engines to providing complete and sustainable transport solutions. Together with TRATON and our sister brands MAN, Volkswagen Truck & Bus, and International, we are working to shape the future of mobility with innovative and environmentally conscious solutions. Our values – customer first, respect, team spirit, responsibility, and elimination of waste – are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are at the forefront of creating a sustainable future.

Role Summary

We offer being part of this important transformation to sustainable transport and being part of Scania Group IP department, a team of highly skilled colleagues who take pride in providing high quality service within their fields and to facilitate this we offer continuous training and personal development both in IP, Scania´s products and areas related to Scania’s ways of working. You will also work closely with our IP colleagues within the TRATON Group.

Job Responsibilities

As a Patent Attorney at Scania, you are responsible for managing the patent portfolio within a specific technical area. Your mission is to ensure that the products and services developed in this field:

· Have adequate patent protection in relevant markets

· Can be launched without the risk of being blocked by third-party intellectual property rights

Most of the case prosecution in Sweden and before the European Patent Office (EPO) is handled in-house, while work in other countries is managed through local agents.

Your Main Responsibilities:

· Maintain close contact with R&D engineers at Scania and/or Traton to Identify and capture new inventions and Follow up throughout the entire patent application process

· Collaborate with R&D management to make decisions related to patent filings

· Participate in development projects to gain insights into long-term technical strategies

· Serve as an expert resource in IP-related matters for other parts of the company, such as Purchasing and Marketing.

· Represent Scania and Traton in IP matters in collaboration projects with external partners, e.g., within the Volkswagen Group

Who You Are

We are looking for a Patent Attorney with at least few years’ experience from industry, Private Practice or a Patent Office. It is particularly advantageous if you are competent within the field of vehicle technology, and in particular automotive components. It is also advantageous if you are a European Patent Attorney or have started studying for the EQE.

You find it easy to interact with others but are also comfortable processing tasks on your own within your field. You must be open for new ideas and willing to change the way things are done. Since most of our correspondence is in English and Swedish, you must be proficient in this in writing as well as speaking. It is also advantageous if you have at least basic knowledge of German.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds – your unique experience and perspectives is valuable to us.

This Is Us

Today we have a great team of 17 Patent attorneys and Paralegals at the Group IP Department and you will be a part of one of the groups of Patent Attorneys. Our office is located at Scania Technical Centre in Södertälje. The commute from Stockholm is easy with our own commuter bus departing from Cityterminalen and Liljeholmen. We also offer a hybrid working model.

Scania Offers

We offer a dynamic, flexible workplace with hybrid work options, including Scania Sergel and Midway hubs. With a structured development plan and courses, Scania supports your career growth both locally and internationally. Benefits include training at our health center Gröndal or wellness allowance, result bonus, flexible hours, and company car leasing. Scania also hosts events for employees and their families, and Stockholm residents enjoy direct access to Södertälje via Scania Job express buses.

Application

Your application should include a CV and any relevant certificates. We welcome all applicants and strive for diversity in our recruitment processes. Apply as soon as possible, no later than 2025-08-10. This advertisement will remain posted for an extended period due to the ongoing industrial holiday. We will begin the selection process in week 33. Feedback regarding this position will therefore be provided during week 33.  Logical and personality tests may be used as part of the selection process, and a background check may be required for this role. If you have questions or would like more information, please contact: Annika Ahling (Head of Patents and Design Administration) at +46855350351 or annika.ahling@scania.com; or Christer Falk (Head of Group IP Department) at +46855383109 or christer.falk@scania.com

We look forward to your application!

Nothing is more important than our people. With a company culture that’s based on shared and inclusive core values. We have a supportive community, where everyone has opportunities to grow and succeed.