Computer-Aided Design Expert in Austria
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Austria, who have recently used Computer-Aided Design
Benjamin P.
Last position:
Independent Advisor & Interim Manager
- Shape strategies, transformation and organizational effectiveness initiatives by turning leadership and execution challenges into clear decision paths, governance structures and actionable workstreams.
- Develop executive-oriented approaches to strengthen alignment, decision ownership and transformation readiness.
- Align stakeholders, clarify priorities and strengthen execution across organizational boundaries in project contexts.
Matthias M.
Last position:
IT Consultant at Backup4U Datenverarbeitung GmbH
- Role-based access control (RBAC) for dmTECH across the DM Group (2024–2026)
- Completion of the Lotus Notes replacement for R-IT (2023–2024)
- Further development of IAM for dmTECH (2023–2024)
- Realignment of test infrastructure and test management for dmTECH/IAM (2023–2024)
- Further development of IAM for 28,000 employees (project for dmTECH, Germany, 2023)
- Completion of the Lotus Notes replacement for R-IT customers Raiffeisen Landesbank and bank branches (2023)
- Completion of the IAM implementation for >50.000 employees (2022)
- Replacement of an in-house remote access solution with PAM/cyberark (2022)
- Implementation of IAM for <1.000 employees (project for card complete, Austria, 2022)
Marian C.
Last position:
Mechanical Development Staff Engineer at Flex
- Develop mechanical requirements in alignment with customer specifications.
- Design and simulate mechanical components and assemblies using PTC Creo, including:
- 2D/3D CAD capabilities including advanced surfacing
- Model based geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T)
- Linear static FEA analysis.
- Perform tolerance analysis using TSA spreadsheets and CETOL 6σ.
- Represent the department in project meetings and collaborate with design teams to ensure project alignment.
- Participate in prototyping activities, optimizing designs for manufacturability.
- Conduct testing, verification, and documentation per industry standards.
- Completed training in X-ray inspection (X-ray analysis) for mechanical and electronic assemblies.
- Support system engineers in customer requirements analysis and feasibility evaluation.
- Assist electrical engineers by designing the mechanical layout of the PCBA, ensuring collision-free integration of electrical components.
- Apply Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt Certified) and use Minitab for statistical analysis.
- Support risk management activities (dFMEA).
- Gained practical knowledge of PCBA production processes through regular visits to SMT production lines, enhancing understanding of design-for-manufacturability.
- Work closely with international teams (Italy, Romania).
Martin A.
Last position:
Project management for reorganization of the logistics department at Strebelwerk GmbH
- Analysis and optimization of goods receipt, storage, inventory management, order picking and shipping
- Documentation of individual business processes
Walter G.
Last position:
Contractor at Self Employed
- Project scheduling in Primavera P6
- Project control
Wolfgang G.
Last position:
Harman-Becker GmbH
- TI-DSP Audio Framework
- Fixing runtime / performance problem on a hybrid multicore SoC DRA787
- Handling, tuning and optimization for online AVAS speaker impedance monitoring
- Alternate detection algorithm developed and proposed
Martin T.
Last position:
Project Manager, Product Developer at APA GmbH
- Concept and redesign of tree guards and harvest aids for fruit trees
- Drafts, design and studies of parts and assemblies
- Documentation
- System environment: SolidWorks 2023; MS Office
Alexander G.
Last position:
Development, Sales, Marketing at GECKO SPA GMBH
- development of walk-on pool covers
- design of automated assemblies in CAD (Creo Parametric)
- rendering with Keyshot and creating AR files (AR360.io)
- marketing, sales, manufacturing and assembly
Manfred F.
Last position:
Managing Director at Energy-Fields GmbH
Implementation and construction of a clinker loading and unloading facility for cement production by rail and truck at two sites in Germany as Site Manager according to the state building code
Manufacture and installation of all infrastructure:
Conveying systems in steel silos and concrete discharge bunkers
Production of bored piles
Earthworks, civil and structural construction
Erection of the entire load-bearing steel structure
Track construction
Electrical installation
Commissioning of the entire plant
Planning and execution of renewable energy projects as Construction Manager for power plants, especially wind farms:
Road construction
Crane pads
Foundations
Tower construction (concrete, steel, hybrid, MST)
Medium voltage cabling
Substation connections
Erection of steel structures
Installation of equipment
Electrical network connection
Commissioning
Technical inspections
Claim management
Handover to clients
Coordination with all involved authorities
Compliance with all legal requirements
Meris B.
Last position:
Owner, CAM Technician at CNC BRUDER e.U.
- CAD/CAM/CNC services with own TopSolid license
- Parametric CAD design
- CAM programming for turning and milling machining centers
- CNC contract manufacturing
Yash W.
Last position:
R&D Support at HILTI Austria Industrie GmbH
- Conducted literature reviews on current research topics (EN 1090-2) and helped formulating technical guidelines for integration into ongoing applications.
- Supported product development by designing assemblies and technical drawings using NX CAD with support on tolerance calculations.
- Simulated prototypes using ANSYS and Simcenter Pre/Post to evaluate design feasibility.
- Developed and implemented test setups for new prototypes, enabling validation of design concepts.
- Executed product audits (ISIR) ensuring compliance with quality standards and design specifications.
Patrick W.
Last position:
PaWoMation e.U
- Commissioning of machines and systems
- PLC programming including HMI with TIA Portal
- Retrofit of S5/S7 systems -> TIA Portal
- Development of concepts
- Electrical planning with Eplan Pro Panel
- Commissioning of robotic systems (Yaskawa)
Michael G.
Last position:
CAD designer at Anonym
Mechanical engineering - startup in transport and conveyor systems Using Creo Parametric
Christian S.
Last position:
IT Consultant Business Intelligence at Austrian Airlines
- Migration of AMOS reporting from Sybase to PostgreSQL
- Revision of SQL statements, Framework Manager models and reports
- Migration of the Cognos environment from version 11 to 12
- Tools used: Cognos 11, Cognos 12
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Statistics of experts using Computer-Aided Design
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
26 years
Position duration
3.1 years
Positions per freelancer
13
Top business areas
Product Development, Operations, Project Management
Top industries
Manufacturing, Automotive, Energy
Certification focus areas
Operations, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Bachelor's degree or higher
64%
Master's degree or higher
50%
Certifications per freelancer
4
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
93%
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 Austria 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 Austria using Computer-Aided Design
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.
Computer-Aided Design experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (93%)
- Automotive (57%)
- Energy (43%)
- Information Technology (36%)
- Transportation (36%)
- Professional Services (36%)
- Aerospace and Defense (29%)
- Construction (29%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
From sketches to models
Computer-Aided Design, commonly called CAD, uses specialized software to create precise 2D drawings and 3D models. Companies use it to define dimensions, materials, tolerances and assemblies before products, buildings or components reach production. CAD files also support simulation, documentation and digital manufacturing workflows.
Where CAD is used
CAD supports work across industrial design, mechanical engineering, construction, architecture, automotive, aerospace, electronics and plant layout. Typical deliverables include:
- Parametric parts, assemblies and surface models
- Technical drawings with dimensions and tolerances
- Sheet-metal, weldment and molded-part designs
- BIM-ready building models and coordinated layouts
- Files prepared for CNC, 3D printing or simulation
Software and workflows
The ecosystem ranges from AutoCAD and Autodesk Fusion to SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, CATIA, Siemens NX and PTC Creo. Strong specialists understand native file formats, version control, design tables, libraries and model configuration. They also work with PLM, PDM, BIM and CAM systems when a design must move reliably into production or construction.
When companies bring in experts
Freelance CAD specialists help when internal capacity is limited, a product needs redesigning or a project requires a tool that the existing team does not use. They can convert legacy drawings, create manufacturing documentation, standardize templates or prepare models for analysis. Austrian companies often combine remote modeling with on-site reviews, supplier coordination or workshop support.
What strong professionals deliver
Quality depends on more than a clean-looking model. The right expert follows design intent, applies suitable tolerances and produces drawings that manufacturers can interpret without assumptions. They clarify requirements early, maintain a reliable revision history and check assemblies for interference, access and serviceability. Experience with the relevant material, process and industry is essential.
Selecting the right specialist
Look for a portfolio with work similar to the required part, building system or production method. Discuss the expected software version, input data, ownership of native files and review process before work begins. For distributed teams, confirm communication habits and documentation language; German may matter for local workshops, while English is common in international design projects. A practical test task or structured design review can reveal modeling discipline, accuracy and responsiveness.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Computer-Aided Design? Start with the answers below.
Computer-Aided Design is used to create, modify and document precise 2D drawings and 3D models. Companies rely on CAD for product design, mechanical parts, buildings, plant layouts, tooling and manufacturing documentation.
CAD focuses on geometry, dimensions and technical documentation for many types of design work. Manual drafting is slower to revise, while BIM adds coordinated building information and project data to a model, making it especially useful for construction and facility workflows.
A strong CAD freelancer should match the tools to the project rather than claim every system. Common choices include AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, Fusion, CATIA, Siemens NX, PTC Creo and Revit for building-focused BIM work.
Computer-Aided Design work often connects with CAM, finite element analysis, rendering, 3D printing and product lifecycle management. Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, geometric tolerancing and technical documentation can be just as important as software fluency.
The right level depends on the deliverable and its consequences. A simple drawing update may need focused tool knowledge, while a production assembly, regulated component or coordinated building model calls for experience with design intent, revisions, validation and supplier requirements.
Yes, much CAD work can be completed remotely when files, standards and review responsibilities are clear. On-site sessions may still help with measurements, prototypes, workshops or coordination with Austrian manufacturers and construction teams.
Review comparable portfolios and inspect whether models are structured, editable and consistent with the intended manufacturing or construction process. Ask for a sample drawing or design review, and check how the specialist handles tolerances, revisions, file naming and technical questions.
Before accepting Computer-Aided Design work, clarify the required software version, native and export formats, reference files, units, standards, review stages and final ownership. Also confirm whether the work is conceptual, documentation-focused or intended for direct production.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Austria who have used Computer-Aided Design in their recent projects is 96 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 771 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Austria who have used Computer-Aided Design in their recent projects, 64% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 50% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Austria who have used Computer-Aided Design in their recent projects have 26 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.1 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Austria who have used Computer-Aided Design in their recent projects are German (100%), English (86%), and Spanish (7%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Austria who have used Computer-Aided Design in their recent projects are Manufacturing (93%), Automotive (57%), and Energy (43%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Austria who have used Computer-Aided Design in their recent projects are Product Development (93%), Operations (57%), and Project Management (57%).
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Countries:
- Germany
- Austria
- Switzerland
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