About Munters
Munters, a Swedish company founded in 1955, is a global leader in climate control solutions for mission-critical processes. Using innovative technologies, we create the most optimal climate for demanding industrial and agricultural applications, where controlling humidity, temperature, and air quality is essential.
By offering advanced systems, we support our customers across a wide range of sectors—from batteries and pharmaceuticals to data center cooling and food production. With our innovative and efficient products and solutions, we help ensure the continuity and quality of our customers’ operations and production processes, while minimizing energy and water usage.
About the Role
As part of our commitment to innovation and IP protection, Munters is expanding its internal Patent Department. We're looking for an experienced In-house Patent Attorney who will play a key role in managing and strengthening our patent portfolio. You will collaborate with inventors, internal stakeholders, and external patent agencies to ensure our technologies are protected and aligned with the company’s business strategy.
Your Key Tasks & Responsibilities
Manage and evaluate invention disclosures
Work closely with inventors across various departments
Collaborate with our Patent Researcher on patentability and freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses
Act as rapporteur in the Patent Board for invention evaluations and application decisions
Provide instructions to external patent agencies
Oversee the drafting and prosecution process of patent applications
Optionally, draft patent applications in-house
Your Profile
Certified European Patent Attorney and/or national Patent Attorney (e.g. Swedish)
Academic background in Physics or Mechanical Engineering (preferably in Applied Thermodynamics, Energy or Cooling Technology)
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a patent attorney role: In-house at an industrial company, at a patent law firm or as an examiner at a national or regional patent office
Strong communication and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
Fluent in written and spoken English
Knowledge of Swedish, Chinese, or Japanese is a strong advantage
What we offer
A key role in a growing, strategically important team
An international and innovative work environment
Flexible working arrangement: 50% remote / 50% office presence
A company culture that values precision, ownership, and collaboration
Competitive salary and benefits package
At Munters, we also place great importance on well-being and personal development. Our philosophy is to give space to ideas and to grow both personally and professionally.
Ready to help protect innovation at Munters?
Then don’t wait—send in your application today, and who knows, we may soon welcome you to our team!
Would you like more information or do you have any questions?
Feel free to contact Yannick Voet, our Talent Acquisition Specialist:
[email protected]
+32 (4)86 93 89 11
We look forward to hearing from you!
