Autodesk Inventor Experts in Switzerland
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Vincent Verdet
Last position:
IT Business Partner & Enterprise Architect at Sulzer
- Established the Enterprise Architecture function from the ground up for Sulzer Group (~13,500 employees, CHF 3.6B revenue)
- Defined the Technical Governance framework, Target Operating Model, and IT PMO foundation now governing architecture decisions and portfolio demand across all divisions.
- Deployed SAP LeanIX as the authoritative application portfolio system of record - catalogued 500 applications group-wide (140 for Chemtech), onboarded business and IT stakeholders, and initiated integration with ServiceNow to embed architecture data into operational workflows.
- Led the divisional & group wide Application Rationalization initiative
- Decommissioned 15% of the 140 applications Chemtech portfolio, delivering CHF 627k in run-rate savings over two years and materially reducing licensing and support exposure.
- Defined and executed the divisional AI Roadmap in partnership with Sales, Legal, and R&D leadership
- Delivered 4 AI solutions into production (including Sales process harmonization and LLM-based IP conflict detection) from a portfolio of 7 prioritized initiatives.
- Built and owned the 3-year IT Strategic Roadmap for Chemtech
- Aligned cloud and technology architecture with divisional business priorities and a CHF 1.5M annual investment envelope.
- Delivered CHF 500k in cost avoidance by challenging and discontinuing funded but low-value initiatives, demonstrated governance discipline and executive influence, with zero implementation spend.
Eugen Pilarski
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
Kevin Liehn
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 Bohn
Last position:
Design Engineer at LidroTec GmbH
- development of wafer manufacturing with cleanroom technology
- Tools: Inventor
Martin Aicher
Last position:
Martin Aicher
Main areas of activity ⋅ Martin Aicher
Areas of expertise
Medical technology
Sensor technology
Technical optics
Mechatronics
Microsystems technology
Biocompatible materials
Implants and endoprosthetics
Project management
Quality management IPMA
Regulatory affairs
Education
Dr.-Ing. Medical Technology
M.Sc. Medical Technology
Dipl. Ing. (FH) Medical Technology
Surgical mechanic, precision mechanic
Methodical product development
26 years of research, development, verification and agile product development
5 years of hands-on manufacturing of micromechanical instruments and implants
Projects
Development and verification of technical optics
Microscopy
Endoscopy
Immersion optical systems
Optical sensors
Light guides
Device development — medical electronics, active medical devices
Electromagnetic therapy devices for microcirculation of blood vessels
Electric drives, precision mechanics motors
Embedded devices, Medicine 4.0 / Industry 4.0
Feasibility studies, prototype design, electromechanical, chemical and hydrodynamic characterization up to series maturity
Structural integration of motors for pump systems
Integration of motors for catheter drives
Implantable drive systems with motors
Bone saws with Maxon motors
Osteosynthesis implant (bone implant) with linear drive
Electromagnetic therapy devices for microcirculation of blood vessels
Gold and platinum substitution for electrodes
Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS)
Characterization and development of battery cells and Li-ion batteries
Biocompatible materials: stainless steel, titanium, nitinol, polymers, ceramics, composites
Vacuum device with pumps for wound healing
Braided tubes (reinforced hoses)
Shaft instruments and trocars
Surgical instruments, minimally invasive instruments (MIC)
Analytical instruments, sensors and fluid preparation
Monitoring systems
In vivo diagnostics (IVD)
Inline measurement systems for monitoring and analytical devices
Feasibility studies, prototype design, electrochemical and hydrodynamic characterization up to series maturity
Electrochemical deionization (EDI) as a monitor
Membrane technology
Measurement method and control of carbide saturation in cooling water
pH sensor
Optical sensors with laser diodes and LEDs
Dissolved O2 sensor
CO2 sensors
Ion-selective sensor (ISE)
Conductivity sensors
Turbidity sensor according to ISO 7027
Biosensors
Flow and pressure sensors
Gold and platinum substitution for electrodes
Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS)
Biocompatible materials: stainless steel, titanium, nitinol, polymers, ceramics, composites
Design of plastic injection-molded components and housings
Calculation and design of fluid channels
Design of metal die-cast components
Design of sheet metal parts
Implants and prostheses
Endoprosthetics: knee and hip endoprostheses
Bypass implants
Nitinol stents
Bone plates
Dental implants
Precision meshes
Instruments for medical technology
Angioplasty: PTCA percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty with balloon catheter
Catheter system as minimally invasive heart pump
EN ISO 10555-4: intravascular catheters
Braided tubes (reinforced hoses through precision meshes)
Thrombectomy with rotablation catheter
Trocars
Surgical instruments, minimally invasive instruments (MIC)
Endoscopes ISO 8600-1, EN 60601-2-18, EN 62471
Regulatory affairs for medical devices
CE for Europe (Class II and III), EU Medical Device Regulation 2017/745 (MDR)
EU Regulation 2017/746 for in vitro diagnostics (IVDR)
Ensuring complete documentation according to current regulatory requirements
FDA registration and approval 510(k), PMN, PMA, Class II, III
Design History Files (DHF), Device Master Record (DMR), Device History Record (DHR)
Internal and external audits
FDA and CE audits
Mock audits
Requirement engineering, user requirement specifications, functional requirement specifications
Quality management and relevant standards for medical technology
EN ISO 9001:2015
EN ISO 13485:2021
USA FDA 21 CFR 820 Quality Management System
FDA 21 CFR §§ 803, 806, 807, 830
In vitro diagnostics (IVD, IVDR) FDA 21 CFR §§ 600, 610, 660
USA FDA risk management for medical devices DIN EN ISO 14971:2019
P-FMEA for production
Usability of medical devices EN 62366-1:2021
CAPA (Corrective and preventive action) and GMP
Medical electrical equipment EN 60601-1:2013
EMC for medical devices DIN EN 60601-1-2:2022
Medical device software EN 62304:2018
Cell culture in cleanroom with different cell lines for biocompatibility testing of polymers and alloys
Biological evaluation of medical devices EN ISO 10993
Clinical investigation of medical devices ISO 14155
Manufacturing technology and processes
Process qualification and validation
Injection molding technology
CNC micromechanical manufacturing
Microsystems technology, printed circuit boards (PCB)
Joining technologies: laser welding of titanium, stainless steel, plastics as well as gluing and ultrasonic welding
Evaluation, setup and qualification of equipment
Thin film and surface technology
Coating of implants and tribological surfaces with chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and physical vapor deposition (PVD), sputtering of precious metals, stainless steels, nitinol, titanium alloys, polymers and ceramics
Plasma technology for functional coatings: hydrophilic and hydrophobic surfaces
Nanotechnology: surface functionalization: self-assembled monolayers (SAM)
Product Life Cycle Management
Finite element method
ANSYS FEM
Structural mechanics, statics
Fluid mechanics, flow simulations
Electrical engineering, electromagnetic fields
Characterization and testing of microelectronics
PCB (printed circuit board)
Sensor technology
Microcontrollers
CAN bus: ISO 11898, SAE
Control and data management with LabVIEW and Matlab
Programming language
Python 3.14
CAD
Autodesk Inventor
Pro/ENGINEER, PTC Creo Parametric
SolidWorks
Siemens NX
Solid Edge
Standards-compliant technical drawings
Endurance tests, mechanical, fluid mechanical, electrical and chemical characterization
Verification, V-Model, End of Line (EOL) testing
Writing work instructions for production, English regulatory documents and scientific articles
Support of clinical studies
Data processing, digital data management and statistics
Professional handling of Microsoft Office applications: PowerPoint, Word and macro programming for Excel
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Kushanthan Senthil
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
Discover over 15,000 top freelancers
Statistics of experts using Autodesk Inventor
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
20 years
Position duration
1.9 years
Positions per freelancer
17
Top business areas
Product Development, Operations, Production
Top industries
Manufacturing, Healthcare, Transportation
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Strategy, Business Intelligence
Bachelor's degree or higher
80%
Master's degree or higher
60%
Doctorate
20%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
English, German, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
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 Switzerland 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 Switzerland using Autodesk Inventor
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
Mechanical design in Inventor
Autodesk Inventor is used for 3D mechanical design, detailed part modeling, assemblies, and production drawings. Companies use it to turn concepts into manufacturable hardware, from machine frames and enclosures to tooling and product components.
Core workflow
A strong Inventor specialist works across the full model chain, not just one file.
- Parametric part and assembly modeling
- Sheet metal, weldments, and frame design
- Drawing creation with dimensions and tolerances
- Bill of materials setup and revision updates
Ecosystem and file exchange
Inventor often sits alongside AutoCAD, Vault, and downstream CAM or PLM tools. Professionals who know the ecosystem can keep models consistent, manage dependencies, and exchange data cleanly with suppliers, fabricators, and internal teams.
When companies bring in freelance help
Freelance support is useful when a team needs extra capacity for a release, a legacy model cleanup, or a one-off machine build. It also helps when internal staff need someone who can resolve assembly issues, standardize templates, or recover messy design files.
What strong specialists do well
Good Autodesk Inventor professionals think in constraints, tolerances, and manufacturability. They build models that are stable under change, create drawings that shop floors can use, and document design intent so future revisions stay controlled.
Switzerland collaboration
In Switzerland, Inventor work often supports machinery, industrial equipment, precision components, and custom manufacturing. Many projects can be handled remotely, but on-site time may help during design reviews, prototyping, or when teams want direct contact with production and engineering staff.
Frequently asked questions
Key details about Autodesk Inventor, drawn from the questions we get asked most.
Autodesk Inventor is used for mechanical 3D design, assemblies, sheet metal, and manufacturing drawings. Companies use it when they need clear part definitions, accurate fit between components, and drawings that support fabrication and assembly.
Inventor is often chosen for detailed mechanical design in more structured engineering workflows, especially where drawings, assemblies, and documentation matter. SolidWorks is a close alternative, while Fusion 360 is often preferred for lighter workflows that mix CAD, CAM, and cloud collaboration.
A strong Autodesk Inventor specialist should also understand design intent, tolerancing, sheet metal rules, and how assemblies behave when parts change. Useful adjacent skills include AutoCAD, Vault, basic manufacturing knowledge, and clear drawing documentation.
The right level depends on the task. Simple drawing clean-up may need only a focused Inventor specialist, while new machine design, large assemblies, or template standardization usually call for someone who has handled complex model structures and revision control.
Yes, much of the Autodesk Inventor work can be done remotely because models, drawings, and markups are digital. On-site collaboration can still help during prototype reviews, shop-floor coordination, or when a project needs fast feedback from production teams.
Ask which types of models the Autodesk Inventor professional has built, how they handle assemblies and drawings, and whether they are comfortable with your file structure and standards. It also helps to confirm experience with Inventor, Autodesk Vault, and the version you use.
Most Inventor projects deliver native part, assembly, and drawing files, plus exported formats such as PDF, STEP, or DWG when needed. Good specialists also provide clean BOMs, revision notes, and consistent naming so the files are easy to reuse.
Look for stable assemblies, clean constraints, readable drawings, and models that are easy to revise without breaking. A strong Inventor freelancer explains design choices clearly and leaves files organized so another specialist can continue the work without confusion.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Switzerland who have used Autodesk Inventor in their recent projects is 126 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 1,008 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Switzerland who have used Autodesk Inventor in their recent projects, 80% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 60% hold at least a Master's degree, and 20% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Switzerland who have used Autodesk Inventor in their recent projects have 20 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.9 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Switzerland who have used Autodesk Inventor in their recent projects are English (100%), German (83%), and French (33%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Switzerland who have used Autodesk Inventor in their recent projects are Manufacturing (100%), Healthcare (50%), and Transportation (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Switzerland who have used Autodesk Inventor in their recent projects are Product Development (83%), Operations (67%), and Production (67%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Autodesk Inventor
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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