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Sophie W.

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Freelance Recruiter

Berlin
Sophie W.

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Freelance Recruiter

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Philipp H.

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Freelance Mechanical Engineer

Berlin
Philipp H.

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Freelance Mechanical Engineer at Helldorfer Engineering

  • Product development, CAD design, production management, technical documentation, prototyping, kinetic installations
  • Recent projects: Kinetic Art Installation 'MULTIPOLAR' (Atelier E), Art Sculpture 'Portal' (Augmentl Studio), Electronic IP 68 Enclosure (Agurotech)
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Lukas S.

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Project Manager and Senior Consultant

Berlin
Lukas S.

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Project Manager and Senior Consultant at Freelancer

  • Spearheaded the PMO in the post-merger integration of a PE-backed leading industrial printing OEM, focusing on procurement, operations, organizational restructuring, and sales optimization.
  • Provided strategic support to a private equity firm during the due diligence process of a medium-sized infrastructure company in Germany, driving key insights and risk assessments.
  • Led the development of the strategy and operating model for a large international utility undergoing transformation, ensuring alignment with long-term business goals and operational efficiencies.
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Varsha S.

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Embedded Engineer (Working Student)

Berlin
Varsha S.

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Embedded Engineer (Working Student) at Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH

  • Proficient in using JIRA for sprint planning, bug reporting, and task management.
  • Modified and enhanced embedded C/C++ firmware code on STM32, ESP32 and ARM-based MCUs and SoCs.
  • Debugged and fixed embedded software issues; managed code with Git/GitLab (commits, merge requests, reviews).
  • Created and maintained test cases and test plans using Testmo.
  • Debugged and validated firmware builds; provided detailed bug reports.
  • Executed manual tests across development stages.
  • Familiar with RTOS concepts and implementation, including task scheduling and interprocess communication for real-time embedded systems.
  • Managed planning and execution of acceptance and regression testing.
  • Supported mobile app and system-level testing for audio streaming device.
  • Tested communication protocols (HTTP, I2C, SPI, UART) and API interactions.
  • Used terminal tools and SSH to debug embedded Linux systems.
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Erik S.

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Freelance Project Manager & Project Consultant

Berlin
Erik S.

Last position:

Freelance Project Manager & Project Consultant at Self-employed

  • Project support from initial design to handover
  • Cross-trade consulting, concept development, planning, design, project & site management in areas of residential, office & workspaces, hotel & hospitality, retail, data centers and industry
  • Preparation of documents during the project phases including 2D/3D drawings, technical calculations, cost estimation and final revision of documentation after project completion
  • Conceptual planning and integration of modern technology systems into the design & building concept
  • Consulting on business & service level agreement strategies
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Antonius D.

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Student trainee

Berlin
Antonius D.

Last position:

Student trainee at EASE at University of Bremen

  • Independent review and assessment of assignments in the field of image processing with neural networks and student supervision
  • Assisting in the creation and annotation of an image dataset for the semantic segmentation
  • Development of a demonstrator for deep learning–based liquid level detection in RGB camera images
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Sanket T.

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Master of Engineering: Information and Electrical Engineering

Berlin
Sanket T.

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Master of Engineering: Information and Electrical Engineering at Hochschule Wismar

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Michael O.

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Senior Backend Engineer

Berlin
Michael O.

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Software Engineer at Zalando SE

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Nejc L.

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Co-founder, Manager and Instructor

Berlin
Nejc L.

Last position:

Co-founder, Manager and Instructor at Kalamata Freedivers

  • Used engineering knowledge to design motorized safety systems for freediving
  • Built a website and custom CRM
  • Designed corporate identity
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Stephan J.

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PMO

Glienicke/Nordbahn
Stephan J.

Last position:

PMO at Fritz Winter GmbH & Co. KG

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Statistics of experts using Electrical Engineering

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Experience

16 years (Germany: 24 years)

Electrical Engineering experts in Berlin have 16 years of professional experience on average. It is 8 years less than in Germany, where the average stands at 24 years.

Position duration

3.5 years (Germany: 5.7 years)

Electrical Engineering experts in Berlin stay in a single position for 3.5 years on average. It is 2.2 years less than in Germany, where the average stands at 5.7 years.

Positions per freelancer

7 (Germany: 11)

Electrical Engineering experts in Berlin have completed 7 positions on average over the course of their careers. It is 4 fewer than in Germany, where the average stands at 11.

Top business areas

Product Development, Research and Development, Operations

Electrical Engineering experts in Berlin have gathered most of their hands-on project experience in Product Development, Research and Development, and Operations.

Top industries

Education, Energy, Information Technology

Electrical Engineering experts in Berlin are most in demand in Education, Energy, and Information Technology.

Certification focus areas

Human Resources, Information Technology, Logistics

Electrical Engineering experts in Berlin earn their certifications most often in Human Resources, Information Technology, and Logistics.

Bachelor's degree or higher

91% (Germany: 87%)

91% of Electrical Engineering experts in Berlin hold at least a Bachelor's degree. It is 4% higher than in Germany, where the rate stands at 87%.

Master's degree or higher

55% (Germany: 59%)

55% of Electrical Engineering experts in Berlin hold at least a Master's degree. It is 4% lower than in Germany, where the rate stands at 59%.

Doctorate

18% (Germany: 10%)

18% of Electrical Engineering experts in Berlin have a doctorate (PhD). It is 8% higher than in Germany, where the rate stands at 10%.

Certifications per freelancer

2

Electrical Engineering experts in Berlin hold 2 professional certifications on average.

Most common languages

English, German, Spanish

Electrical Engineering experts in Berlin most often speak English, German, and Spanish.

Speak two or more languages

92% (Germany: 95%)

92% of Electrical Engineering experts in Berlin speak two or more languages. It is 3% lower than in Germany, where the rate stands at 95%.

Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.

Daily rate distribution

0 2 4 6 8
2 of the Electrical Engineering experts in Berlin charge less than €400 per day.
4 of the Electrical Engineering experts in Berlin charge between €400 and €800 per day.
One of the Electrical Engineering experts in Berlin charges between €800 and €1200 per day.
3 of the Electrical Engineering experts in Berlin charge €1600 or more per day.
<€400 €400-​800 €800-​1200 €1600+

The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Berlin 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 Berlin using Electrical Engineering

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

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Daily rate avg. 833 €
Germany avg. 794 €

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 632 €
Germany median 800 €

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.

Electrical Engineering experts industry focus

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

  • Education (50%)
  • Energy (50%)
  • Information Technology (50%)
  • Manufacturing (50%)
  • Utilities (33%)
  • Automotive (25%)
  • Construction (25%)
  • Healthcare (25%)

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

About the technology

What Electrical Engineering Covers

Electrical Engineering applies electrical principles to the design, control and operation of hardware and energy systems. It spans circuit design, signal processing, power conversion, automation and embedded electronics. Professionals turn functional requirements into safe, testable products and infrastructure.

Products and Systems

Electrical Engineering supports products that sense, compute, communicate, move and deliver power. Typical work includes:

  • Designing analogue and digital circuits for industrial equipment
  • Developing embedded control systems for machines and vehicles
  • Creating power supplies, motor drives and battery interfaces
  • Integrating sensors, actuators and communication buses
  • Preparing prototypes for verification and production

Tools and Methods

The work combines schematic capture, PCB layout, simulation and laboratory testing. Common tools include SPICE-based analysis, Altium Designer, KiCad, MATLAB, Simulink and oscilloscopes. Strong specialists also work with microcontrollers, FPGAs, CAN, Ethernet, UART, SPI and I2C, selecting each approach for the system’s constraints.

When Companies Need Support

Companies bring in freelance Electrical Engineering expertise when a product must move from concept to a reliable prototype or production design. External support is useful when requirements are unclear, internal capacity is limited or a system needs an independent technical review. In Berlin, specialists may collaborate remotely with product teams or work on site in manufacturing, mobility, energy and research environments.

Quality and Compliance

Reliable electrical products require more than a working schematic. Professionals define interfaces, document design decisions, manage component risks and verify behavior under realistic conditions. They account for electromagnetic compatibility, thermal behavior, insulation, grounding, safety and applicable conformity requirements from the start.

Choosing the Right Specialist

Look for evidence that a professional has delivered hardware similar to yours, not just used the same software. Discuss the full path from requirements and architecture through layout, bring-up, testing and handover. A strong specialist communicates clearly with mechanical, software, manufacturing and procurement teams, and leaves behind documentation that others can maintain.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything clients usually want to know about Electrical Engineering, in one place.

Electrical Engineering is used to create and control products that depend on electricity, electronics or power conversion. It covers circuit boards, embedded systems, industrial automation, renewable energy equipment, vehicles, medical devices and communication hardware.

Electrical Engineering is the broader field, covering power systems, machines, control, electronics and electrical infrastructure. Electronics engineering usually focuses more narrowly on low-power circuits, signal processing and embedded hardware, although the boundaries vary between companies and projects.

A strong Electrical Engineering specialist often combines circuit design with embedded programming, PCB layout, firmware debugging and test planning. Depending on the product, useful adjacent knowledge includes mechanical integration, control theory, EMC testing, battery systems, industrial communication and manufacturing transfer.

The right level of Electrical Engineering experience depends on the risk and maturity of the project. A prototype may need strong circuit and measurement skills, while a safety-critical or production system also requires verification, documentation, supplier coordination and experience with relevant compliance work.

Much of Electrical Engineering can be handled remotely, including requirements, schematics, simulation, documentation and design reviews. Prototype bring-up, laboratory measurements and production support may require on-site work, so Berlin teams should agree early on which activities need physical access.

For Electrical Engineering, describe the product purpose, electrical interfaces, power constraints, environmental conditions and expected deliverables. Include the current state of schematics, firmware, PCB data, test equipment and prototypes, along with any safety, EMC or manufacturing requirements.

Review how the Electrical Engineering specialist explains trade-offs, failure risks and test evidence. Quality work includes clear schematics, controlled revisions, measurable acceptance criteria, documented test results and a design that can be manufactured and supported rather than only demonstrated once.

Electrical Engineering is relevant to Berlin’s mobility, industrial technology, energy, automation, research and medical technology sectors. Freelancers may support product development, laboratory validation, field troubleshooting or the transition from an early prototype to a manufacturable system.

The average hourly rate of freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Electrical Engineering in their recent projects is 104 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 833 € based on an 8-hour working day.

Of the freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Electrical Engineering in their recent projects, 91% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 55% hold at least a Master's degree, and 18% hold a doctorate.

On average, freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Electrical Engineering in their recent projects have 16 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.5 years.

The most common languages among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Electrical Engineering in their recent projects are English (100%), German (83%), and Spanish (25%).

The most common industries among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Electrical Engineering in their recent projects are Education (50%), Energy (50%), and Information Technology (50%).

The most common business areas among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Electrical Engineering in their recent projects are Product Development (75%), Research and Development (67%), and Operations (58%).

Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Electrical Engineering

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.

Berlin Hamburg Munich Cologne Frankfurt Stuttgart Dusseldorf Leipzig Dortmund Essen Bremen Dresden Hanover Nuremberg

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