3D Printing Experts in Berlin
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Berlin, who have recently used 3D Printing
Domenic V.
Last position:
Founder at VOS Ventures Tech UG
Working as independent / interim / fractional CTO / engineering director, technical leader, builder, coach. Select achievements:
- Fractional CTO for a music-tech startup. Helped unlock further funding by providing the technical strategy and plan behind their vision and pitch deck, then executed it: vision to a working beta, 0 to 1, on time and on budget against that plan.
- AI automation for a compliance business. An annual research process — days of a person working through spreadsheets and checking websites by hand, so costly it had been abandoned for years — now runs automatically every month and takes about an hour to review. Stale or missing data became current data, twelve times a year.
- An AI development autopilot. Agents take an approved ticket, implement test-first, verify against a running system and open a pull request. An AI committee reviews on various categories and provides risk assessments based on my specs. Nothing merges without a human.
- Coaching and sparring for engineering leaders. Developing engineering managers was most of my job as a director; I now do it one to one.
Mendel H.
Last position:
Lecturer in 3D Animation, Graphic Design and Storyboarding at Macromedia Hochschule Berlin
- Semesters 1 to 3: 3D modelling, rendering and animation with Cinema4D, Blender, After Effects
- Semesters 1 to 3: Design and graphic design fundamentals, layout, typography, Adobe Suite
- Semesters 6 to 8: Storyboarding and prototyping, cross-media project work
- Workshops on 3D printing, including theory and practice, for the Communication Design and Fashion degree programs
Reuf K.
Last position:
Self-employed Mechanical Engineering Development Engineer, Head of Design and Development of the Pipedeck at Herrenknecht Vertikal GmbH
- Development and design of a new oil drilling machine for the Beatrice oil drilling platform, Scotland
- Concept development of the Pipe-Overdeck work platform with crane, total load 200 tonnes
- Static FEM calculation and CFD flow calculation for the safe drainage of oil-contaminated wastewater
- Planning, calculation and design of the concept
- Management of 5 designers
- CAD: CREO, Model Manager, SAP
- FKM, VDI 2230 and Euro Code 3
Mark W.
Last position:
Independent IT/AI Consultant at Freelance
- IT consulting, coaching, and implementation with a focus on AI
Mario J.
Last position:
Architect / Developer at handyhase
- Overhaul of the entire design and implementation of new UI/UX aspects using React
- Planning of the software architecture and structuring of the project for long-term scalability using Git for version control
Yalcin I.
Last position:
Marketing & CRM: Customer Working Student - Engineer at DeepSpin
- Supported R&D efforts for MRI device prototypes, including installation and journey mapping, segmentation, and testing of Modix3D's Big Meter model.
- Contributed to product design by creating enclosure prints for beta prototypes.
- Conducted research and provided actionable insights to improve product functionality.
- Streamlined task organization and implemented process improvements to enhance development efficiency.
- Optimized campaigns with A/B testing mindset.
Bernd H.
Last position:
Project Manager Secondary Vehicle Procurement at DB Infrago AG
- Quickly took over responsibilities after predecessor's departure
- Quickly prepared alternative procurement scenarios with transparent commercial analysis
- Thematically and personally reconnected loose, interdisciplinary threads
- Identified win-win potentials in cooperation with customers
Philipp H.
Last position:
Freelance Mechanical Engineer at Helldorfer Engineering
- Product development, CAD design, production management, technical documentation, prototyping, kinetic installations
- Recent projects: Kinetic Art Installation 'MULTIPOLAR' (Atelier E), Art Sculpture 'Portal' (Augmentl Studio), Electronic IP 68 Enclosure (Agurotech)
Suvrajit S.
Last position:
Advisor Go-2-Market at Chariot Command Corp.
- Scenario Analysis
- Recommendations
- Disclosures
- Governance
- Market Segmentation
- Go-to-Market Strategy for farm machinery maintenance software
- Cyber Physical Systems
- Additive
Felix M.
Last position:
Freelance Industrial Designer at Naked Tiger (Truma AG)
- Analyzed the market and the competitors to define product-market-fit
- Consulted client on product portfolio strategy
- Facilitated ideation and design thinking workshops
- Developed storyboards and concept visuals for user testing
- Created a new design language to stand out from competitors
- Designed a modular camping interior for vans focusing on user interaction
Fabian S.
Last position:
Founder at eudaiTec GmbH
- Founded eudaiTec UG in 2021 and GmbH in March 2022
- Founded eudaiTec Private Limited, India in 2022
- Architected and developed the serverless and microservices-based application meetUs (React Native, Serverless Framework, AWS Lambda, AWS DynamoDB, AWS SNS & SQS)
- Conducted requirements engineering, pre-prototyping and concept development for the web application Trustbuilder
- Developed the cross-platform app conneo (React Native)
- Provided IT consulting for ERP rollout project management (end-to-end testing)
- Provided IT consulting for infrastructure setup at WvSC
Nejc L.
Last position:
Co-founder, Manager and Instructor at Kalamata Freedivers
- Used engineering knowledge to design motorized safety systems for freediving
- Built a website and custom CRM
- Designed corporate identity
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Statistics of experts using 3D Printing
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
22 years (Germany: 20 years)
Position duration
2.8 years (Germany: 2.5 years)
Positions per freelancer
12 (Germany: 13)
Top business areas
Product Development, Research and Development, Information Technology
Top industries
Manufacturing, Healthcare, Information Technology
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Business Intelligence
Bachelor's degree or higher
92% (Germany: 85%)
Master's degree or higher
67% (Germany: 71%)
Doctorate
17% (Germany: 18%)
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100% (Germany: 96%)
Based on our profile pool as of 29 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this technology in Berlin are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows the share of experts charging within that range.
Average rates of experts in Berlin using 3D Printing
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
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 29 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
3D Printing experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (83%)
- Healthcare (67%)
- Information Technology (67%)
- Education (58%)
- Automotive (50%)
- Energy (42%)
- Professional Services (42%)
- Media and Entertainment (33%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What 3D Printing Does
3D Printing, also called additive manufacturing, creates physical objects from digital models by adding material layer by layer. It supports rapid prototyping, custom components, tooling, fixtures and small-batch production. The method reduces the need for moulds and makes complex geometries easier to produce.
Printing Methods
The right process depends on material, surface quality, strength, speed and part size. FDM and FFF use extruded thermoplastics, SLA and DLP cure liquid resin, while SLS and other powder-bed methods form durable polymer parts without conventional support structures. Metal additive manufacturing serves demanding industrial applications.
Tools and Materials
Strong specialists work across CAD preparation, slicing, machine setup, material selection and post-processing. Common tools include Fusion 360, SolidWorks, Blender, Cura, PrusaSlicer and proprietary machine software. Materials range from PLA and ABS to nylon, resin, TPU, carbon-fibre composites and metal powders.
Where Companies Use It
Companies bring in 3D Printing expertise when physical iteration must move faster or conventional production is too rigid. Typical assignments include:
- Functional prototypes for product and hardware teams
- Custom jigs, fixtures and assembly aids
- Enclosures, replacement parts and bespoke components
- Medical, automotive, aerospace and industrial models
- Print-farm workflows and small-batch production
When to Bring in a Specialist
Freelance support is useful when a team needs reliable parts but lacks process knowledge, machine capacity or material experience. In Berlin, specialists may collaborate on-site with workshops, labs and manufacturing teams, or work remotely on modelling, slicing and production documentation. They can also review failed prints and improve repeatability.
What Good Work Looks Like
Experienced professionals connect design intent with production reality. They check wall thickness, tolerances, orientation, supports, shrinkage and surface requirements before printing. They document settings, validate parts against the intended use and communicate trade-offs clearly, from a quick concept model to a production-ready workflow.
Frequently asked questions
Key details about 3D Printing, drawn from the questions we get asked most.
3D Printing is used for prototypes, custom parts, product enclosures, tooling, fixtures, educational models and small-batch manufacturing. The process is especially useful when designs change often or when conventional tooling would be too slow or costly.
Additive manufacturing builds parts layer by layer, which supports complex forms and reduces material waste in many applications. CNC machining removes material from a block and can provide excellent precision and surface quality, so the right choice depends on geometry, material, tolerances and production volume.
A strong 3D Printing specialist often combines CAD modelling, design for additive manufacturing, slicing, machine calibration and post-processing. Knowledge of inspection, material behaviour, electronics or product development can also be valuable for end-to-end assignments.
The required experience depends on the work. A simple concept model may need basic CAD and print preparation, while functional parts, production validation or metal work require deeper knowledge of tolerances, materials, safety and quality control.
3D Printing work can often be handled remotely when the scope covers CAD, design reviews, slicing and documentation. On-site collaboration is more useful for machine calibration, material testing, print-farm setup or hands-on inspection in a Berlin facility.
3D Printing workflows commonly use STL, OBJ, 3MF and STEP files, depending on whether the task involves mesh preparation or editable CAD. Specialists may work with Fusion 360, SolidWorks, Blender, Cura, PrusaSlicer and machine-specific software.
A capable 3D Printing professional defines requirements before production, including dimensions, tolerances, strength, finish and intended use. Quality checks may include visual inspection, measurement, fit testing, material verification and repeatability across multiple parts.
Share the intended use, available design files, target material, required finish, dimensional constraints and expected production workflow. For 3D Printing, it also helps to explain the available machines, inspection equipment and whether the specialist must work on-site or can deliver remotely.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used 3D Printing in their recent projects is 98 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 781 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used 3D Printing in their recent projects, 92% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 67% hold at least a Master's degree, and 17% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used 3D Printing in their recent projects have 22 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.8 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used 3D Printing in their recent projects are German (92%), English (92%), and French (42%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used 3D Printing in their recent projects are Manufacturing (83%), Healthcare (67%), and Information Technology (67%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used 3D Printing in their recent projects are Product Development (92%), Research and Development (75%), and Information Technology (67%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used 3D Printing
Our freelancers and interim experts are at home across the DACH region — available on-site in the major business hubs or fully remote. Choose a location to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
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