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Dane C.

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Mechanical Design Engineer

Sprockhövel
Dane C.

Last position:

Mechanical Design Engineer at SUSS MicroTec

  • Independent work as a Mechanical Design Engineer.
  • Design work in SolidWorks 2022.
  • Derivation of drawings for created assemblies and individual parts, considering surface finish, machining, and material.
  • 3D design and redesign of modules for computer chip manufacturing.
  • 3D design and implementation of concepts in close coordination with the design team.
  • Design of a solvent (acids and bases) extraction system focusing on cost reduction and automatic retention.
  • Use of 3D sketches for the layout of hose guides.
  • Reading pneumatic diagrams and implementing them in CAD.
  • Development of a gas component plate to supply four lines, including filter integration and design simplification.
  • Prototype construction and new development.
  • Import and processing of STEP files.
  • 3D design of E-cabinet components based on templates.
  • Use of PLM systems SAP and ECTR for saving, copying, linking, attaching data, status changes, and versioning.
  • Creation of work lists, maintenance of material master data and change numbers.
  • Structure maintenance and BOM export.
  • Working with transactions for change, document, and material masters.
  • Creation of layouts for the complete system and individual modules for internal coordination.
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Mohamad A.

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Network Security Systems Engineer

Bochum
Mohamad A.

Last position:

Systems Engineer for Network Security at Bechtle AG

  • SD-WAN solution by Aruba – Swiss energy company (330 sites): design and implementation of an SD-WAN branch solution with Aruba 9004 gateways, encrypted overlay, policy-based routing, WAN load balancing, and centralized management via Aruba Central.
  • LAN/WLAN & security – schools in Germany (9 sites): deployment of Aruba switches & AP-505, FortiGate 80F firewalls; setup of Checkmk monitoring, incident and change management, and secure admin access (BeyondTrust).
  • Multi-site security – energy billing company (20 sites): deployment of a complete Fortinet solution (FortiGate HA cluster, FortiSwitch PoE, FortiAP), IPsec remote-access VPN via FortiClient, centralized management via FortiCloud, IntraID authentication, operations and incident management.
  • Data center migration – German client: migration of data center switches (Mellanox), firewall cluster, and OfficeConnect switches to a new data center; securing configurations, implementing HA designs, testing, monitoring, and coordinated change and incident processes. Setup of two new 6300 M VSX clustered switches.
  • Data center security – university hospital: implementation of a high-availability FortiGate 400F firewall cluster across three data centers; security policy design, operational support, and change/incident management.
  • Enterprise campus & network access control – manufacturing company in Germany: introduction of Aruba ClearPass NAC, setup of a VSX-based switching architecture, secure WLAN access with MPSK, and integration into existing networks.
  • EU client (Germany & Poland) – Sophos firewalls: operations, incident and change management of Sophos firewalls including IPsec VPN; troubleshooting and ongoing optimization of security configurations.
  • Network modernization – pharmacy client in Germany: design and rollout of core and access switching (Mellanox, Aruba Instant On), migration from Sophos to Fortinet firewalls, network segmentation, and security hardening.
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Karzan M.

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PhD Researcher – HVAC Fault Diagnosis

Pulheim
Karzan M.

Last position:

PhD Researcher – HVAC Fault Diagnosis at Eindhoven University of Technology

  • Conducting research on HVAC fault detection and diagnosis using Diagnostic Bayesian Networks.
  • Developing diagnostic frameworks that combine expert knowledge with data analytics to improve system reliability.
  • Integrating occupant feedback as a symptom input for enhanced fault diagnosis.
  • Collaborating with industrial partners on real-world system validation.
  • Publishing research in peer-reviewed journals (e.g., Energy and Buildings) and presenting at international conferences.
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Ulrich E.

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Technical Consulting in Electrical Engineering

Herdecke
Ulrich E.

Last position:

Technical Consultant in Electrical Engineering

  • Technical consulting for electrical engineering in the areas of control system design, measurement technology and automotive applications

  • Participation in development, commissioning and optimization of individual components for hybrid electric drives including HV batteries and electrical auxiliary units

  • Integration of individual systems into the overall system and preparation for homologation

  • Development of analog and digital circuits

  • Design of circuit diagrams in control and special machine construction for individual machines

  • Definition of switch cabinet layout and switch cabinet wiring

  • Selection and programming of electronic control (PLC) and display / control unit (HMI)

  • Selection and parameterization of converters, sensors and DC-DC converters

  • Adaptation of industrial and rail components for vehicle use in cooperation with external development partners

  • Collaboration with external developers from specification to function testing and final acceptance of the finished device

  • Design of HV network for hybrid vehicles as well as construction supervision and commissioning

  • Specification and testing of electrified auxiliary units (steering, climate control, on-board power supply)

  • Parameterization of frequency converters and programming of positioning controllers

  • Preparation of quotes, creation of specifications, price negotiations and procurement of electrical items

  • Scheduling and control as well as supervision of control system construction, wiring and machine wiring

  • Creation of PLC programs and programming of operator panels (HMI)

  • Functional testing of individual machine elements and sensor adjustment

  • Initial commissioning at the manufacturer's site, test run of the machine, documentation preparation and revision of circuit documents

  • Leading commissioning at the end customer, training of customer's staff and management of the electrical engineering department with supervision of employees

  • Own patent research and patent monitoring (optoelectronic 3D measuring systems)

  • Commissioning and troubleshooting of HV batteries for hybrid vehicles together with the manufacturer

  • System responsibility for hybrid test vehicles, especially HV safety

  • Use of CAD systems (AutoCad light), CAE systems (Caddy++ electrical 3.0SP1, EPLAN P8), MS Office, MS Visio, MS PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat Standard, Vector CANalyzer, Mitsubishi Melsec Medoc Plus, Mac-Programmer Plus, S7 standard, Siemens Micro-Win 3.2, Siemens ProTool light and ProTool CS, S7-Net OPC server, programming software for frequency converters and positioning controllers, Sistema and Spice

  • Previous project experience includes: integration of HV batteries in hybrid vehicles, development of optoelectronic sensors, construction supervision of hybrid vehicles, commissioning of NC machines, electrical control of processing and packaging machines, commissioning of a photovoltaic system and restoration of a run-of-river power plant

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Bertram M.

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Lecturer for FEM/Simulation Seminars

Hagen
Bertram M.

Last position:

Art of Engineering GmbH

  • Assembly fixture for a steering gear
  • Design of food filling devices
  • Software: Dassault CATIA V5
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Rolf P.

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IT Consultant and Interim Manager

Unna
Rolf P.

Last position:

IT Consultant and Interim Manager at Self-employed

  • Interim CIO at companies in the printing industry (2020/2021)
  • Interim CIO and project manager at an automotive components plant (2018/2019/2020)
  • Interim CIO at a mechanical engineering company (2016/2017)
  • Interim CIO/ERP project manager at a mechanical engineering company (2015/2016)
  • Project management of an international SAP-SCM implementation at a pharmaceutical wholesaler and retailer (2014/2015)
  • Establishing efficient SAP project management at a large German machine manufacturer (2013)
  • Supporting a large building materials manufacturer in setting up an international IT organization/governance (2013)
  • Optimizing Microsoft contract frameworks for a ThyssenKrupp subsidiary (2013)
  • Redesigning the IT infrastructure of a mid-sized automotive supplier (2012)
  • Advising a large Austrian machine manufacturer on setting up an IT shared service center in India (2012)
  • Redesigning the IT environment and process optimization at a large law firm in Dortmund (2012)

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Statistics of experts using AutoCAD

Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.

Experience

18 years (Germany: 21 years)

AutoCAD experts in Dortmund have 18 years of professional experience on average. It is 3 years less than in Germany, where the average stands at 21 years.

Position duration

3.8 years (Germany: 3.4 years)

AutoCAD experts in Dortmund stay in a single position for 3.8 years on average. It is 0.4 years more than in Germany, where the average stands at 3.4 years.

Positions per freelancer

9 (Germany: 11)

AutoCAD experts in Dortmund have completed 9 positions on average over the course of their careers. It is 2 fewer than in Germany, where the average stands at 11.

Top business areas

Product Development, Operations, Procurement

AutoCAD experts in Dortmund have gathered most of their hands-on project experience in Product Development, Operations, and Procurement.

Top industries

Energy, Manufacturing, Automotive

AutoCAD experts in Dortmund are most in demand in Energy, Manufacturing, and Automotive.

Certification focus areas

Logistics, Product Development, Quality Assurance

AutoCAD experts in Dortmund earn their certifications most often in Logistics, Product Development, and Quality Assurance.

Bachelor's degree or higher

100% (Germany: 85%)

100% of AutoCAD experts in Dortmund hold at least a Bachelor's degree. It is 15% higher than in Germany, where the rate stands at 85%.

Master's degree or higher

67% (Germany: 57%)

67% of AutoCAD experts in Dortmund hold at least a Master's degree. It is 10% higher than in Germany, where the rate stands at 57%.

Doctorate

17% (Germany: 6%)

17% of AutoCAD experts in Dortmund have a doctorate (PhD). It is 11% higher than in Germany, where the rate stands at 6%.

Certifications per freelancer

3

AutoCAD experts in Dortmund hold 3 professional certifications on average.

Most common languages

English, German, Arabic

AutoCAD experts in Dortmund most often speak English, German, and Arabic.

Speak two or more languages

86% (Germany: 96%)

86% of AutoCAD experts in Dortmund speak two or more languages. It is 10% lower than in Germany, where the rate stands at 96%.

Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.

Daily rate distribution

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2 of the AutoCAD experts in Dortmund charge less than €640 per day.
One of the AutoCAD experts in Dortmund charges between €640 and €680 per day.
One of the AutoCAD experts in Dortmund charges between €680 and €720 per day.
One of the AutoCAD experts in Dortmund charges €760 or more per day.
<€640 €640-​680 €680-​720 €760+

The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Dortmund 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.

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Average rates of experts in Dortmund using AutoCAD

Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.

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Daily rate avg. 641 €
Germany avg. 707 €

The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.

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Median rate 640 €
Germany median 720 €

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 19 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.

AutoCAD experts industry focus

See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.

  • Energy (71%)
  • Manufacturing (71%)
  • Automotive (57%)
  • Construction (57%)
  • Transportation (57%)
  • Food and Beverage (43%)
  • Professional Services (43%)
  • Information Technology (29%)

Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.

About the technology

What AutoCAD does

AutoCAD is Autodesk’s computer-aided design software for creating accurate 2D drawings and 3D models. Companies use it for floor plans, technical layouts, construction documents, mechanical parts, site plans and manufacturing data. Its DWG format supports detailed design workflows from early concepts to approved documentation.

Core deliverables

AutoCAD specialists turn sketches, measurements and specifications into structured design files that teams can review, revise and issue. Typical deliverables include:

  • Architectural floor plans, elevations and construction details
  • Mechanical components, assemblies and fabrication drawings
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC layouts
  • Site plans, utility maps and infrastructure documentation
  • 3D models, renderings and reusable drawing templates

Tools and ecosystem

Strong AutoCAD expertise includes layers, blocks, external references, dimensions, layouts, plotting standards and drawing sets. Depending on the project, specialists work with Autodesk toolsets for architecture, mechanical design, electrical systems, plant design or mapping. They also connect AutoCAD workflows with Revit, Civil 3D, Inventor, Navisworks, GIS software and document management systems.

When companies need help

Freelance expertise is useful when internal teams face a design backlog, need specialist production capacity or must standardize inconsistent drawings. It can also support a migration from paper or legacy CAD files, the creation of office standards, or a demanding project with strict revision control. In Dortmund, collaboration may combine remote drafting with on-site coordination for construction, manufacturing or industrial projects.

Skills that matter

The right professional understands more than drawing commands. Look for experience reading technical specifications, applying relevant drafting conventions, managing references and producing clean, editable DWG files. Familiarity with PDFs, spreadsheets, BIM coordination, survey data, manufacturing documentation or construction workflows can be important depending on the assignment.

Evaluating quality

Review comparable drawing samples and ask how the specialist handles revisions, naming standards, layers, missing information and approval cycles. A strong professional explains design decisions clearly and checks geometry, dimensions, annotations and print output before delivery. For remote work, agree on file exchange, review tools, access permissions and a clear process for resolving technical questions.

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Frequently asked questions

What clients ask us most about AutoCAD — answered in short.

AutoCAD is used to create precise 2D drawings and 3D models for architecture, construction, manufacturing, infrastructure, electrical systems and many other technical fields. Companies also use it to update legacy drawings, prepare fabrication documents and maintain consistent design standards.

AutoCAD is a flexible general-purpose CAD tool for drafting and modeling across many disciplines. Revit is more focused on building information modeling, while SolidWorks is centered on parametric mechanical design, so the best choice depends on the required data structure, coordination needs and deliverables.

AutoCAD work often benefits from knowledge of technical drawing standards, construction or manufacturing processes, PDF production and document control. Depending on the project, useful adjacent skills include Revit, Civil 3D, Inventor, Navisworks, GIS, surveying or CNC preparation.

The right level for AutoCAD depends on the drawings, industry and review requirements rather than on a fixed tenure. A straightforward drafting assignment may need strong production skills, while complex plant layouts, coordinated construction sets or manufacturing documentation call for proven experience in that specific domain.

AutoCAD projects are often suitable for remote collaboration when drawings, references and standards are shared securely. On-site work can still help with surveys, plant measurements, construction coordination or workshops, particularly for companies in Dortmund that need direct contact with local teams.

Before starting AutoCAD work, provide source files, measurements, templates, layer standards, output requirements and a clear revision process. Examples of approved drawings and a named reviewer reduce ambiguity and help the specialist deliver usable files without avoidable rework.

Assess AutoCAD samples for clean layers, logical blocks, accurate dimensions, consistent annotations and correct plotting. Ask the specialist to explain how they manage external references, revisions, file naming and quality checks, then use a small paid test or defined pilot deliverable where appropriate.

AutoCAD LT is a more focused option for 2D drafting, while full AutoCAD supports broader 3D modeling and automation capabilities. The suitable edition depends on whether the project needs only detailed 2D documentation or also requires advanced modeling, customization and discipline-specific workflows.

The average hourly rate of freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used AutoCAD in their recent projects is 80 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 641 € based on an 8-hour working day.

Of the freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used AutoCAD in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 67% hold at least a Master's degree, and 17% hold a doctorate.

On average, freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used AutoCAD in their recent projects have 18 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.8 years.

The most common languages among freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used AutoCAD in their recent projects are English (100%), German (86%), and Arabic (29%).

The most common industries among freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used AutoCAD in their recent projects are Energy (71%), Manufacturing (71%), and Automotive (57%).

The most common business areas among freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used AutoCAD in their recent projects are Product Development (86%), Operations (71%), and Procurement (57%).

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