AutoCAD Experts in Switzerland
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Romain N.
Last position:
Automation Project Manager at Späni Elektro-Mechanik AG
- Comprehensive automation / control cabinet construction project management: responsibility for the complete project execution from technical planning to final assembly
- Engineering of electrical schematics with EPLAN P8: Direct creation of circuit diagrams
- Creation and maintenance of technical documents
Eugen P.
Last position:
Project Manager / Program Management at SMART-INTERIM Management GmbH
- Development, industrialization and production of helicopter seats (military)
- Responsible for an innovative seating system: weight < 15 kg, 100% crash safety according to EASA, side-facing, from concept to SOP
- Complete recovery of a project two years overdue: concept approval and prototype testing in 4 weeks, certification testing in 8 weeks, 100% EASA certification
- Management of global BCC development resources (> 60% share) and optimization of development cycles including FEM
- Streamlining the supply chain, on-time EASA and series approval, compliance with the NRE budget, timely delivery including FAI
Jürgen A.
Last position:
Requirements Engineer / System Engineer at CCC Systems Engineering Suisse GmbH
- Supported design, setup, maintenance and enhancement of IBM Rational DOORS (9.6 and DNG) and IBM Rational Publishing Engine
- Conceived IT solutions and implemented them, including acceptance tests, considering customer-specific requirements
- Ensured functionality of tools and systems in scope
- Identified needs and advised departments and projects, designed single solutions when necessary
- Monitored and maintained central requirements engineering systems (servers, software, subcomponents)
- Advised on tool selection, features and application use cases for engineering applications
- Handled support requests from employees, customers and development teams autonomously
- Created system documentation and user guides
- Participated in cross-departmental IT projects and led subprojects
Hendrik B.
Last position:
Senior Mechanical Engineer Medical Devices at Roche Diagnostics AG
- Concept and optimization of medical devices
- Design of housing segments, coupling systems and complex mechanical systems
- Plastic and sheet metal design
- Supplier inquiries and technical evaluation
- Technical support for suppliers and production
- CAD modeling with CATIA V5 and SolidWorks
- Creating models, drawings according to ISO GPS and documentation
- Approvals in PLM and SAP
- Internal coordination with relevant stakeholders
Andreas H.
Last position:
Test Automation Architect at Banking Bank (name withheld)
- Set up a shift-left DevOps E2E system testing architecture
- Set up "DevOps Shift-left" E2E tests for 240+ applications
- Under NDA
Patryk S.
Last position:
Test Manager at HIQT GmbH
- Set up a partnership to support UiPath from migrating new clients to the UiPath tool landscape
- RPA testing
Kevin L.
Last position:
Interim E-Commerce SME Consultant – Special Accounts at LÖWENSTARK Online Marketing GmbH
- Support of strategic clients 7-8 digit revenue (FMCG, textile & household goods) for marketplaces such as Amazon, ebay, Otto Markets, Conrad, Kaufland
- Strategic consulting, expansion workshops & campaign management
- Management of interfaces & listing feed tools: Channable, Perpetua, Magnalister, Marketplace Connect, Mirakl
Jürgen B.
Last position:
Design Engineer at LidroTec GmbH
- development of wafer manufacturing with cleanroom technology
- Tools: Inventor
Kushanthan S.
Last position:
Head of Plant Engineering Division, Member of the Executive Board at King Dynamics AG
- Overall responsibility for the division's operational results and related decisions
- Developing the business unit according to the mid-term plan and budget
- Achieving specific sales and margin targets per customer
- Conducting customer meetings at all levels (from department heads to CEOs) and negotiating technical and commercial terms
- Preparing cost estimates and offers
- Monitoring project, customer, and market outcomes and taking corrective actions when necessary
- Developing marketing plans for specific markets
- Managing direct reports
- Close collaboration with procurement, engineering, and design
- Maintaining level-appropriate, professional reporting
- Deputizing for the production manager
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Statistics of experts using AutoCAD
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
21 years
Position duration
1.8 years
Positions per freelancer
17
Top business areas
Product Development, Project Management, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Manufacturing, Energy, Aerospace and Defense
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Quality Assurance, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
71%
Master's degree or higher
29%
Doctorate
14%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
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 Switzerland 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.
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Explore rate insightsAverage rates of experts in Switzerland using AutoCAD
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.
AutoCAD experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (100%)
- Energy (56%)
- Aerospace and Defense (44%)
- Automotive (44%)
- Chemical (44%)
- Construction (44%)
- Food and Beverage (44%)
- Healthcare (44%)
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, fabrication drawings, construction details and engineering documentation. DWG is its central file format, with strong support for DXF and PDF exchange.
Typical project work
- Architectural floor plans, elevations and construction details
- Mechanical parts, assemblies and manufacturing drawings
- MEP layouts for heating, ventilation, electrical and plumbing systems
- Site plans, survey documentation and infrastructure layouts
- Drawing updates, as-built plans and document standardisation
Projects may start from sketches, scans, survey data or existing CAD files. Specialists turn these inputs into structured drawings with layers, blocks, dimensions, symbols and plotting standards that other teams can use reliably.
Ecosystem and tooling
AutoCAD supports custom blocks, templates, layer standards, external references and sheet sets. Depending on the project, professionals also work with Civil 3D, Plant 3D, Architecture toolsets, Revit, Inventor or Navisworks. They may use Dynamo, AutoLISP, scripts or APIs to reduce repetitive drafting and improve consistency.
When companies need help
- A backlog of drawings is slowing design or construction work
- Legacy DWG files need cleanup, conversion or standardisation
- Internal teams need extra capacity for a deadline or tender
- A new CAD standard must be introduced across several contributors
- 2D documentation must be coordinated with 3D or BIM workflows
Freelance support is useful when demand changes quickly or a project requires a particular trade background. In Switzerland, collaboration may involve German, French, Italian or English documentation, depending on the team and site.
What strong specialists deliver
Strong AutoCAD professionals interpret technical intent rather than only tracing geometry. They manage units, coordinates, layers, line types, blocks, references, revisions and plot settings with care. Their drawings are easy to review, print and hand over, with clear file structure and consistent naming.
How to assess quality
Ask for relevant samples with sensitive project information removed. Review dimensional accuracy, annotation, layer logic, title blocks and the clarity of the final PDF or DWG package. A capable specialist explains assumptions, flags missing information and works smoothly with architects, fabricators, site teams and other technical professionals.
Frequently asked questions
Everything clients usually want to know about AutoCAD, in one place.
AutoCAD is used to create precise 2D drawings and 3D models for architecture, construction, manufacturing, infrastructure and facilities work. Typical deliverables include floor plans, fabrication details, site layouts, equipment drawings and as-built documentation.
AutoCAD is a flexible general-purpose CAD tool, especially strong for detailed 2D drafting and controlled documentation. Revit is more focused on BIM and building information, while SolidWorks is aimed at parametric mechanical design; the right choice depends on the required model, discipline and handover format.
A strong AutoCAD specialist may also understand BIM coordination, technical standards, surveying, manufacturing methods or construction documentation. Useful adjacent tools include Revit, Civil 3D, Inventor, Navisworks, AutoLISP and spreadsheet-based data handling.
The need depends on drawing complexity, industry rules and the condition of the source files. A straightforward drafting assignment may need focused production support, while standards creation, large drawing migrations or multidisciplinary coordination call for a specialist who can plan the workflow and review its output.
Yes, many AutoCAD tasks can be completed remotely when files, standards and review steps are clearly organised. On-site work can still help with surveying, factory verification or construction coordination, while language expectations should be agreed in advance for Swiss teams.
Provide the source DWG or reference files, units, coordinate requirements, layer and plotting standards, required outputs and a clear revision process. If the project involves AutoCAD, also clarify the relevant toolset, version compatibility and whether the work must connect to a BIM or manufacturing workflow.
Review sample drawings for accurate geometry, useful layers, readable annotations, disciplined blocks, clean references and reliable plotting. With AutoCAD, quality also means a well-organised file that another professional can edit, check and reuse without guesswork.
Yes, AutoCAD remains useful for detailed 2D documentation, legacy data, fabrication information and deliverables that do not require a full BIM model. It often sits alongside Revit, Civil 3D, Inventor or Navisworks, with specialists managing the exchange between systems.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Switzerland who have used AutoCAD in their recent projects is 121 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 964 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Switzerland who have used AutoCAD in their recent projects, 71% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 29% hold at least a Master's degree, and 14% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Switzerland who have used AutoCAD in their recent projects have 21 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.8 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Switzerland who have used AutoCAD in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (22%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Switzerland who have used AutoCAD in their recent projects are Manufacturing (100%), Energy (56%), and Aerospace and Defense (44%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Switzerland who have used AutoCAD in their recent projects are Product Development (100%), Project Management (78%), and Quality Assurance (78%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used AutoCAD
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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