Electrical Engineers in Germany
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Markus R.
Last position:
Founding at Redelstab Advisory
- Restructuring & interim management: Leading and stabilizing R&D organizations during periods of change and growth, particularly during strategic realignment, M&A or to bridge leadership vacancies
- R&D operating models: Assessing and redesigning devel...
Simon A.
Last position:
Freelance Electrical Construction and Project Manager · Expert Reports at A9000 Electrosolutions UG (haftungsbeschränkt)
Freelance electrical construction and project management, planning coordination, quality assurance and commissioning on major construction sites, for electrical contractors and on the client side; since 07/2025 also preparing expert reports as a DEKRA-certified expert. Selection, most recent first:
- 03/2026–08/2026: Task force management and management of the technical on-site team, construction of a semiconductor factory. Development and schedule control of solutions, reporting to the end customer, and management of cross-disciplinary coordination on defects and interfaces.
- since 07/2025: Expert work in cooperation with an expert office. Expert reports on damage to electrical and photovoltaic systems for insurers, companies and private customers; coordination with insurers and clients.
- 08/2025–02/2026: Electrical planning coordination, major medical/research construction project. Catching up on the electrical planning backlog, coordinating internal and external planners, managing planning delivery lists and priorities, and reporting to department and project management.
- 06/2025–08/2025: Consulting and construction management for an electrical company, construction of a care facility. Catching up on construction delays, resolving defects and preparing the facility for handover; coordination with experts regarding the existing installation.
- 03/2025–05/2025: Quality assurance and commissioning for the client, inner-city shopping and mixed-use development. Documentation and follow-up of outstanding defects; short-term operational support after opening.
- 08/2024–02/2025: Project and construction management for the client, new airport terminal. Clarification of interfaces with the finishing trades, schedule control, on-site decisions regarding cable routes, execution and design; working through planning backlogs with the planning participants.
- 09/2023–08/2024: Construction management/site supervision, revitalisation of a former corporate headquarters. Site supervision on a technically demanding strip-out and new-build project; clarification of interfaces, schedule tracking and resolving unplanned issues directly on the construction site.
- End of 2018–2024: Electrical construction management for an electrical contractor in the Stuttgart region. Office, administrative and production buildings, industrial halls with administrative buildings, residential and mixed-use developments, as well as a depot. Clarification of interfaces with other trades, coordination with experts and planning offices, schedule monitoring and management of subcontractors (up to six foremen with teams of up to ten people).
- 2018: Construction management, revitalisation of a former corporate headquarters. Took over the construction site during the final phase after the construction manager became unavailable; followed up on outstanding planning topics, coordinated specifications and building automation, incorporated planning changes into the execution and supervised subsequent installations.
- 2017–2018: Construction management, industrial new-build (Greenfield). Took over and completed an ongoing construction site; instructed subcontractors and coordinated with the general contractor.
Benjamin R.
Last position:
Technical Director at maincubes Holding & Service GmbH
- Development and implementation of technical guidelines for electrical and mechanical systems
- Development of the electrical safety organisation as responsible electrician (gVEFK)
- Implementation and oversight of DCIM and related technical software solutions
- Design of technical solutions for lifecycle infrastructure and customer projects
Jürgen S.
Last position:
Master Electrician and CAD Specialist at ZBS-SCREEN
- Training at a Technical University of Applied Sciences for Electrical Engineering
- Master electrician specializing in CAD and the use of AutoCAD
- Creation of CAD electrical plans for electrical, plumbing, heating, and ventilation systems for around 20 years
- Creation, editing, and modification of new plans, shop and installation plans, and as-built plans
- Drawing of electrical distribution plans
- Delivery of completed plans as a DWG file or PDF with guaranteed encryption by email
- Creation of 3D plans using Fusion 360
- Processing of projects for customers such as BMW, ESA, DLR, Bundeswehr, FC Bayern, Baywobau, and control cabinet enclosures for Bayernwerk Netz
- Flexible scheduling, absolute discretion, and fast, cost-effective work with the prospect of long-term cooperation
Christian O.
Last position:
Managing Partner & Head of Electrical Engineering at B&O Automation GmbH
- Implementation of several automatic milling fixtures for metal processing in the automotive industry
- Implementation of various punching and bending machines, including interlinking
- Electrical design of a production line for surface treatment of roasting ovens for the food service industry
Gildas D.
Last position:
System Team Lead Diagnostics – Hybrid & Electric Drives (HEV/MHEV/PHEV) for Transmission and Engine (NA/SA) at Stellantis e-transmission
- Technical lead of diagnostics activities for eDCT transmissions and drive systems in the area of hybrid (HEV), mild-hybrid (MHEV), and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV)
- Responsibility for the development and validation of DTC strategies (OBD / EOBD) for markets in North and South America and the EU
- Coordination between interdisciplinary teams (system development, software, safety, calibration, after-sales)
- Creation and maintenance of diagnostic specifications (DID, DTC matrix, snapshot, freeze frame) according to STLA standards
- Support with troubleshooting, validation tests, EOL processes, and internal audits
- Technical interface to suppliers (Bosch, Valeo, etc.) in the area of actuators, sensors, and electric pumps
- Creation of diagnostic RFQ
Hasan K.
Last position:
Electrical Engineer - Design of Special Machines - Low-Voltage Switchgear at DSD HILGERS Stahlbau GmbH
Software: E-Plan Pro Panel, MS-Office.
- Design, revision and sizing of switchgear based on consumer lists (EMSR, power distribution, etc.)
- Design of control and main circuits
- Installation planning for electrical components (control cabinets, switches, cable types, terminals, etc.) for control cabinets
- Preparation of specifications and construction descriptions
- Creation of electrical schematics and electrical bills of materials in E-Plan P8
- Sizing, definition and standardization of electrical components
- Creation of documentation
- Creation of technical documents for manufacturing, assembly and service
- Macro creation
Vlad P.
Last position:
Senior Electrical Engineer at BHS Intralogistics GmbH
Sizing of electric drive systems for automated transport systems (AMR/AGV)
Selection and validation of electrical and mechatronic components (BLDC motors & controllers, sensors, batteries) considering system requirements and operating conditions
Integration of electric drive systems into automated transport systems (AMR/AGV) and ensuring functionality
Analysis and correction of malfunctions in existing electrical systems
Design of low-voltage networks (ELV) and implementation of relevant norms and standards (IEC, DIN)
iShuttle 5.0: Optimization of the drive system of an autonomous transport shuttle with a lifting capacity of up to 4.4 tons
iShuttle 6.0: Selection and integration of a drive system for an autonomous transport shuttle with a lifting capacity of up to 5.5 tons
Rudi W.
Last position:
Support and Consulting for R&D Project Management
- Relief, advisory support, and cover for the project manager in scheduling, quality, and risk management (development of an electronics platform)
- Tools used: MS Teams, Azure DevOps
Sergej V.
Last position:
Software Developer Motor Control (Project "Multi DMR – Motor-Control") at Lorch Schweißtechnik GmbH
- Modification and redesign of the software for a series component
- Review of the software concept and extension of functionality
- Modification of software functions for DC motor control
- Hardware: ARM STM32G474, CAN bus, Lauterbach T32
- Software: Microsoft Visual Studio Code
Ahmet D.
Last position:
Electrical Designer / Hardware Planner EPLAN 2024 at Horiba GmbH
- Planning and development of electrical systems for test benches and alternative drive systems
- Designing a battery test station specifically for electric cars
- Specifying and designing controls, following standards, legal regulations, planning guidelines, and customer specs
- Sizing and selecting electrical components
- Creating electrical schematics and macros and maintaining parts data with EPLAN P8 Version Interface 2024
- Updating and adapting PLC programs
- Preparing SISTEMA calculations
- Supporting assembly and commissioning
- Ordering electrical components in SAP
- Ensuring compliance with common standards and regulations
- Sizing and cost calculation of high-current cables (1200 V/1000 A for AC and DC)
Mevlüt Y.
Last position:
Project at Physical Adversarial Attacks Using Fan-Based Holographic Projections
- Planned and executed black-box adversarial testing of traffic-sign computer-vision pipelines; produced a threat model and attack-surface analysis for safety-critical scenarios
- Built a programmable hardware proof of concept using a holographic POV fan and a repeatable test harness to run real-time experiments and collect evidence for vulnerability assessment
- Quantified misclassification across lighting, distance, and angle, achieving up to 90% untargeted misclassification; delivered steps to reproduce, PoCs, and prioritized mitigations, and documented limitations and residual risk
Dawid K.
Last position:
Plant Assembly and Commissioning at Armaco
- Project duration: 14 weeks
- Continuous debinding and sintering of MIM components for the automotive, aerospace, consumer goods (CCC), medical, military, office, and sporting equipment industries
- Example products: bipolar plates for fuel cells, orthodontic brackets, components for automotive airbag sensors, weapons
- Heating: electric
- Atmosphere: forming gas, Ar, N2, dissociated NH3, 100% H2 (e.g. for stainless steel products)
- Temperatures: 1280 °C, 1350 °C, 1450 °C, 1600 °C
- Mechanical and electrical assembly of the plant
- Routing of cable trays and cables
- Connection of machine components and sensors
- Wiring according to circuit diagrams
- Connection of control cabinets
- Performing I/O checks
- Support during commissioning
- Fault analysis and troubleshooting
- Coordination with customers and project management
Samuel S.
Last position:
Electrical Engineering Lecturer & Coach at Siemens
- Designing and delivering learning content for electronics/electrical engineering (theory & practice)
- Conducting targeted exam preparations for apprentices and dual-study students
- Intercultural coaching of interns and promoting knowledge transfer
Peter K.
Last position:
Hardware and Software Developer / Project Manager at Anonymer Kunde
- Development of control units for the automotive industry incl. embedded software
- CAN bus, Vector Tools, CANoe
- Support of the development process according to ISO 26262
- Ensuring cyber security standards:
- Key exchange (PKI) between vehicle and control units
- Hardware Security Module (HSM)
- Communication with external service providers (international)
- Development (PCB) of measuring adapters, statistical analysis of sensors
- IoT and embedded software development, backend administration
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Electrical Engineers statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
20 years
Position duration
4.3 years
Positions per freelancer
11
Top business areas
Product Development, Quality Assurance, Project Management
Top industries
Manufacturing, Automotive, Energy
Certification focus areas
Operations, Quality Assurance, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
85%
Master's degree or higher
73%
Doctorate
18%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
92%
Based on our profile pool as of 21 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 21 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Electrical Engineers experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (76%)
- Automotive (59%)
- Energy (43%)
- Information Technology (35%)
- Education (31%)
- Construction (29%)
- Aerospace and Defense (24%)
- Healthcare (24%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the role
Electrical systems work
Electrical engineers plan, design, test, and improve electrical systems for machines, plants, buildings, and industrial equipment. They create schematics, specify components, size cables and protection devices, and make sure the design works in the real world. In many companies, they also support commissioning and fault finding when a project moves from drawings to hardware.
Typical deliverables
- Electrical schematics and circuit diagrams
- Control cabinet layouts and wiring plans
- Bill of materials and component specifications
- I/O lists, terminal plans, and cable lists
- Commissioning support and test reports
- Technical documentation for handover and service
Core skills and tools
A strong electrical engineer combines practical hardware knowledge with disciplined engineering methods. Common tools and environments include EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, PLC-related interfaces, and CAD-based documentation workflows. For industrial projects, experience with sensors, drives, safety circuits, motors, switchgear, and low-voltage systems is often essential. In Germany, companies also value engineers who can work well with mechanical, automation, and manufacturing teams.
When to bring one in
Freelance support makes sense when a project has a clear technical scope, a deadline, or a temporary skills gap. Companies often hire an electrical engineer for machine design, plant upgrades, retrofit projects, production line changes, or a backlog in engineering documentation. It also helps when you need extra capacity for on-site commissioning, supplier coordination, or fast troubleshooting without adding a permanent headcount.
What good looks like
Strong professionals do more than draw diagrams. They ask the right questions early, spot risks before hardware is built, and keep documentation clean and traceable.
- Designs that are buildable, testable, and maintainable
- Clear communication with mechanics, automation, and production
- Safe, standards-aware decisions in every project stage
- Fast diagnosis when systems do not behave as planned
- Accurate handover documents that reduce rework
Germany project settings
For projects in Germany, many clients look for engineers who can work with local suppliers, plant teams, and German-language documentation. Some assignments are fully remote, especially for schematic work and technical preparation. Others need on-site time for wiring checks, commissioning, and close work with technicians and project managers.
Frequently asked questions
Everything clients usually want to know about Electrical Engineers, in one place.
A electrical engineer supports the design, documentation, and validation of electrical systems. That can include schematics, component selection, cabinet layouts, wiring, testing, and commissioning support. The exact scope depends on whether the project is for machinery, plant engineering, building systems, or a retrofit.
Look for solid electrical fundamentals, readable documentation, and practical experience with the kind of system you build. For many projects, EPLAN or similar CAD tools, low-voltage design, control cabinet work, and safety-related thinking matter most. If the job touches automation, close coordination with PLC and machine control teams is a plus.
The titles often overlap, but the focus can differ. An electrical designer may concentrate more on drawings and documentation, while an E&I engineer usually covers electrical and instrumentation work in process or plant environments. A strong electrical engineer can often cover several of these responsibilities, but you should still match the title to the actual scope.
Freelance support is a good fit when the work is project-based, urgent, or tied to a temporary peak in workload. It also helps if you need a specialist for commissioning, retrofit work, or a one-off machine or plant design task. A freelancer can start quickly and focus on delivery without a long onboarding cycle.
Yes, parts of the work can be done remotely, especially schematic design, documentation, calculations, and review tasks. But projects often still need on-site time for wiring inspections, panel checks, testing, and commissioning. In Germany, many clients expect a mix of remote coordination and local site visits.
Typical handover includes up-to-date schematics, terminal and cable plans, BOMs, and technical notes. In commissioning-heavy work, you should also expect test results, issue logs, and clear as-built documentation. The best freelancers leave the project easy to maintain for your internal team.
Quality shows up in clean documentation, correct component choices, and systems that work as intended after build and test. A strong electrical engineer reduces ambiguity for panel builders, technicians, and service teams. Ask for examples of similar systems, review sample documentation, and check how they handle revisions and fault resolution.
You will often see demand in machinery, industrial automation, manufacturing, energy, and building technology. German clients also bring in freelancers for production upgrades, equipment integration, and supplier-facing engineering work. The best fit is usually someone who understands both technical detail and how local project teams operate.
The average hourly rate for Electrical Engineers in Germany is 98 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 785 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as Electrical Engineers in Germany, 85% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 73% hold at least a Master's degree, and 18% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers working as Electrical Engineers in Germany have 20 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 4.3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as Electrical Engineers in Germany are German (100%), English (88%), and French (22%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as Electrical Engineers in Germany are Manufacturing (76%), Automotive (59%), and Energy (43%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as Electrical Engineers in Germany are Product Development (82%), Quality Assurance (59%), and Project Management (55%).
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