3D Printing Experts in Munich
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Munich, who have recently used 3D Printing
Tamás Eppel
Last position:
Senior Software Developer / Tech Lead at NDA (defense / OSINT)
- Designing the audit logging framework
- Implementing APIs for developers to integrate in their codebase
- Implementing ingestion pipeline, database query layer and UI for browsing the audit events
- Improving stability and reliability of the backend system
Philipp Schlegtendal
Last position:
Project Manager, Business Analyst, Trainer, Entrepreneur at Schlegtendal Solutions
- Entrepreneur: Development of concept and 3D-print optimized design for a trigger point massage device "TriggaBuddy", German utility model certificate
- Consulting services in the fields of business analysis, transformation, innovative business and work structures, business development
- Reference projects as Business Analyst:
- E.ON – Introduction of a new product management IT system
- E.ON – End-to-end process management for product introduction (idea-to-market, in an agile environment)
- korero GmbH – Creation of a non-functional requirements specification
- Findos – Market analysis for investor acquisition
- Co.met GmbH – Business model, organizational structure, processes
- Transformation toward sustainability based on BMW experience
- Introduction and optimization of agile ways of working at E.ON and Co.met GmbH
- Business development: Head of Finance at Olao Health in the field of workplace health management; project lead for Stromnetz Hamburg "product for third-party customer business"
- Trainer for introductory JIRA/Confluence training (E.ON) and "Introduction to Purchasing" (BMW)
Andreas Blum
Last position:
Project Lead, Digital Transformation at SV Linde Tacherting e.V.
Researched, developed, and implemented comprehensive digital strategy to modernize and accelerate processes of sports club with approximately 1300 members.
System Architecture & Implementation: Conceived and set up central cost- and energy-efficient ARM-based server infrastructure.
Selected, installed, and configured open-source solutions for knowledge management, ticket booking, and member management.
Tobias Bauernfeind
Last position:
Lead XR Project at BMW Group
- Showcasing the world's first fully immersive AR glasses experience in a moving car at CES 2024.
- Speaker about augmented reality at international conferences (e.g. the AR Ride Concept @ Unite 2024).
- Lead a 12-person interdisciplinary software team developing Android head-unit integrations, navigation & ADAS UI, and embedded software.
- Define technical direction, drive cross-domain architecture and integration, and mentor engineers across Android, UI/UX and embedded stacks.
- Oversee a small fleet of test vehicles for validation, tests, and data collection.
Muhammad Moiz
Last position:
Master Thesis
Güngör Kara
Last position:
Freelance Digital Advisor at Kara-X Innovation GmbH
- The goal was to increase scalability through new products and business models for an innovative software provider in mechanical engineering.
- After an analysis phase, processes were digitized, automated, and set up with a strong customer focus.
- Marketing and sales processes were fully digitally connected and implemented in the company with customer feedback and KPIs.
- AI-based cold outreach campaigns reduced customer acquisition costs by 60%.
Roumaissa Troudi
Last position:
Master’s Thesis: AI-Based Analysis of 2D and Exploded View Drawings at Technical University of Munich
- Developed an end-to-end AI pipeline for analyzing 2D exploded-view drawings using computer vision and deep learning models.
- Integrated YOLO-based object detection (Bounding Boxes, Post-Processing, Overlap Handling) for accurate part and callout detection.
- Applied the Segment Anything Model (SAM) for fine-grained segmentation and separation of individual components.
- Implemented OCR and feature extraction modules, and compared Vision Language Models (VLM) and traditional computer vision approaches in terms of accuracy, runtime, and scalability.
Anette Masuch
Last position:
Project Associate SAP HR Reporting at Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der angewandten Forschung e.V.
- Successful planning, management, and documentation of an HR subproject for implementing HR reporting in SAP
- Conducting requirements analyses and developing SAP reports in SAP HCM, including testing and validating the developed reports
- Coordinating report developments with the central works council
- Improving the data quality of SAP master data in HCM and SuccessFactors by analyzing and optimizing HR processes in cooperation with institute HR staff and implementing a validation report in SAP HCM
- Communicating with and training report users to increase acceptance and use of the new reports and processes
- Creating meaningful personnel data evaluations on employee data and legal reporting requirements such as the monthly earnings survey
Maximilian Dietrich
Last position:
Hardware Developer at Freelance Hardware Developer
- Optimization of a film stretching machine: concept design and proof of concept in SolidWorks and FEMM
- Development of a smart gas scale (Evergas) with mobile connectivity: functional and design prototype in SolidWorks, Cura, Eagle, Adafruit Web IDE
- Sensor system for brake disc measurement with Knorr-Bremse: proof of concept and patent preparation in SolidWorks, Cura, Eagle, FEMM, Adafruit Web IDE
- Development of a sensor for oil level measurement (Oilfox) with self-monitoring algorithms in SolidWorks, Cura, Eagle, Adafruit Web IDE
- Development of a miniature plastic extruder (Mcubus project) in SolidWorks, Cura, Eagle, LTSpice, FEMM, Arduino IDE
- Commissioning hardware for Magna Telemotive: electrical function tests, firmware porting in C++ and quality assurance coordination
- Electronics development for Sonnenglas: concepts for battery charging by solar power and LED control in Fusion 360, Eagle, Simplicity Studio, MPLab
- Development of a wake-up controller for Wing Man: vibration sensor and power-saving logic in Fusion 360, Eagle
- Hardware lead at Cariad SE: hardware testing, supplier communication, error management in iDEX, ODIS, CANoe
Richard Steiner
Last position:
Senior Manager Supply Chain Sustainability at KION AG
- Integration of Sustainability tools and reporting (EcoVadis IQ & Integrity Next)
- Implementation of new group wide supplier identifier (DUNS Number)
- Scope 3 emission evaluation (spend and weight based)
- Continuous improvement of processes around sustainability within procurement
Marcus Disselkamp
Last position:
Chairman of the Advisory Board at Delabo Gruppe
Chairman of the advisory board in the dental laboratory sector
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Statistics of experts using 3D Printing
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
19 years
Position duration
2.9 years (Germany: 2.8 years)
Positions per freelancer
9 (Germany: 11)
Top business areas
Product Development, Information Technology, Project Management
Top industries
Manufacturing, Automotive, Professional Services
Certification focus areas
Business Intelligence, Operations, Research and Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
100% (Germany: 86%)
Master's degree or higher
80% (Germany: 66%)
Certifications per freelancer
1 (Germany: 2)
Most common languages
English, German, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100% (Germany: 97%)
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Munich are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates of experts in Munich 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 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the technology
What it covers
3D printing, also called additive manufacturing, turns digital models into physical parts layer by layer. It is used for prototypes, jigs, fixtures, spare parts, and short production runs when speed and design freedom matter more than traditional tooling.
Common methods
- FDM for durable plastic parts and quick iteration
- SLA for fine detail, smooth surfaces, and small components
- SLS for strong functional parts without support structures
- Metal and composite printing for demanding industrial use
Typical deliverables
A strong specialist does more than print files. They prepare models, choose materials, set print parameters, and plan support removal, curing, sanding, or assembly so the final part fits the real use case.
Skills that matter
A good professional understands CAD, slicing tools, tolerance control, material behavior, and machine calibration. They also know how geometry, wall thickness, infill, orientation, and temperature affect strength, finish, and print time.
When companies bring help
- A prototype fails and needs a better print strategy
- A part must be redrawn for additive manufacturing
- A printer farm needs process control and repeatability
- Material choice is unclear for a real operating environment
- A team needs support for ramping from prototype to production
Munich projects
In Munich, 3D printing work often supports robotics, automotive suppliers, industrial design, medical devices, and hardware startups. Companies may want on-site setup for printers and materials, while design reviews, slicing support, and part iteration often work well remotely.
Frequently asked questions
Not sure where to start with 3D Printing? These answers cover the essentials.
A strong 3D Printing specialist helps turn a CAD model into a part that can actually be used. Common work includes prototype parts, jigs, fixtures, enclosures, tooling aids, and short-run production pieces. The same expert may also handle print setup, material choice, and post-processing.
3D Printing is the everyday term, while additive manufacturing is the broader industry term. In practice, people use them for the same kind of work: building parts layer by layer from a digital model. When a project is technical or industrial, the additive manufacturing term is often used more often.
3D Printing is usually faster for one-off parts, prototypes, and complex shapes that would be expensive to machine or mold. CNC machining is often better for tight tolerances and certain materials, while injection molding suits larger volumes once the design is stable. A good specialist helps choose the right method, not just the nearest printer.
A capable 3D Printing professional should understand CAD files, slicing software, materials, support design, orientation, and tolerance control. They should also know how to spot weak geometry before a print fails. For industrial work, knowledge of post-processing and quality checks is just as important.
Not always, but the right 3D Printing expert still matters even for small jobs. If the part is simple and the goal is only a quick visual model, a general specialist may be enough. If the part must fit, move, heat up, or survive use, bring in someone who has handled similar materials and requirements.
Yes, much of 3D Printing work can be handled remotely if the expert can review models, set print parameters, and guide material choices online. For printer installation, calibration, or in-house process work, on-site support in Munich can be useful. Many teams use a mix of both depending on the phase of the project.
Look for clear questions about part use, loads, tolerances, and surface finish. A strong 3D Printing specialist explains trade-offs, suggests design changes, and can show work with FDM, SLA, or SLS when relevant. Quality is visible in the way they prevent failures, not only in the final print.
A good 3D Printing freelancer should expect to discuss file formats, part function, material constraints, and post-processing early. They should also be ready to clarify whether the project is about design support, printer operation, or production workflow. That makes the work smoother for both sides and avoids wasted prints.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Munich, Germany who have used 3D Printing in their recent projects is 88 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 708 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Munich, Germany who have used 3D Printing in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 80% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Munich, Germany who have used 3D Printing in their recent projects have 19 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.9 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Munich, Germany who have used 3D Printing in their recent projects are English (100%), German (91%), and Spanish (27%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Munich, Germany who have used 3D Printing in their recent projects are Manufacturing (91%), Automotive (73%), and Professional Services (64%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Munich, Germany who have used 3D Printing in their recent projects are Product Development (82%), Information Technology (64%), and Project Management (64%).
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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