FANUC Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used FANUC
Jens-Uwe P.
Last position:
Architecture and Programming for Automotive Test Bench Platform at Automotive Supplier
In this project, I was responsible for the design and implementation of a new, modular, and highly scalable test bench platform for an automotive supplier. My focus was on developing a robust system architecture and programming the associated software, with consistent use of UML modeling throughout. This structured approach made it possible to greatly increase the reusability of individual LabVIEW test modules and to significantly reduce development time for follow-up projects. I also integrated modern automotive standards such as CAN FD, LIN, and safety requirements, which made the solution future-proof.
Technologies: LabVIEW, Visio, UML, CAN FD, LIN, DMM, Safety, image processing, project management, HMI, C#, C++, Python, Rust, CI
Martin M.
Last position:
Requirements Engineer at MCM Modern Engineering UG HB
- Analysis of the current process
- Development of the target processes
- Support for the implementation of improvements in an SAP-enabled program
- Simplification of customer contact initiation
- Streamlining internal processes through automated real-time verification of claim relevance
- Creation of use cases
Wolfgang S.
Last position:
Software Developer / Aviation Commissioning Engineer at Vakuum Schmelze Hanau
- Development of automation software and commissioning of a pneumatic press for processing electrical sheet stator cores, including KUKA robot handling, process monitoring, and connected measurement systems for quality inspection and sorting.
Frank S.
Last position:
Project & Interim Manager at Freelance
- See detailed project list above
Jens J.
Last position:
Development Engineer – Design/Project Management/Purchasing at P-Wave AG
- Conception, development, and design of explosion generators: concept, draft, calculations, design of generators, procurement of parts, assembly of developed units, as well as tests and trials for functionality, safety, and optimization, further development up to series production
- Installation and commissioning of P-Wave PWG-S types 100 to 103 and subsequent types at customer sites
- Training of customer employees in handling the generators
- Maintenance of P-Wave PWG-S generators 100 to 103 and subsequent types
- Creation of PID and KKS numbering lists
- Project execution of orders in German-speaking regions
- Purchasing all parts and assemblies needed for project execution, and coordinating the assembly of the PWG-S system by partner companies
- Responsible for cost optimization of purchased parts
- Production planner
- Responsible for PDM data and optimization of data management, transition from manual to automatic data management
Marian L.
Last position:
Founder at Smart Mode Engineering e.K.
Commissioning of all types of machine tools with Sinumerik 840d PL & SL controls with up to 56 axes including Safety Integrated
PLC programming with Step7 in AWL, FUP, KOP, GRAPH, SCL
PLC programming in TIA Portal in AWL, FUP, KOP, GRAPH, SCL
NC programming (automation cycles, measurement cycles, and machining cycles)
Visualization using HMI Pro, Easy Screen, Sinumerik Operate & WinCC
Software development in interface programming (communication with ABB/Fanuc/KUKA robots, measuring machines, washing machines, tool monitoring systems and transport systems)
Cycle time optimization and drive optimization
Successful business founding
Successful building of a customer base
Expanded knowledge of other machine tools (Chiron, Stama, Index, Magdeburg, Boehringer, EMAG, Schuster, DMG MORI, Schaudt, Mikrosa, Felsomat, Risomat)
Successful completion of each individual project
Natdanai P.
Last position:
Software Developer for SiC-Mold Production Line at Vitesco Technologies Germany GmbH
- Developing software solutions based on technical requirements and existing systems
- Developing TLV commands for automated laser cleaning and laser power measurement
- Supporting and assisting production processes
- Performing software tests as well as analyzing and fixing errors
- Integrating and connecting MES systems
- Using C# and Structured Text (ST according to IEC 61131-3)
- Using TwinCAT 3.1 as the development environment
- Implementing visualizations with Windows Forms
- Working with Beckhoff CX controllers and Stäubli industrial robots
- Using Ethernet and EtherCAT networks
- Integrating TRUMPF TruMark 3330 and 7050 laser systems
- Using a KEYENCE vision system
- Version control with Git and GitLab
Alexander B.
Last position:
Owner at PEMA-TEC Alexander Bröcker
- Project to develop the complete software for a film roll warehouse at American Packaging Corporation, Story City, Iowa (warehouse vehicles SINATIC S7, warehouse management C#, Microsoft SQL Server, AGV interface C++, ERP system interface REST API)
- Development of a warehouse simulator for real machine processes aimed at optimized storage of film rolls (C#)
- Project to develop the complete software for a printing cylinder warehouse at Huhtamaki, Ronsberg (warehouse vehicles TIA Portal, warehouse management C#, Oracle, ERP system interface DB table)
- Further development of the warehouse simulator for improved programming of the movement planner
- Project to read and analyze QR codes on letters in the letter sorter at XPROMA GmbH, Salzhausen (program as a service for fast reading of QR codes via two Keyence barcode readers in C#, Microsoft SQL Server, TCP/IP; program for monitoring and parameterizing the barcode readers and triggering the data export in C#, Microsoft SQL Server, SFTP transfer)
- Project for the development and programming of a low-cost management system for automated guided vehicles with Egemin Automation Inc. and American Packaging Corporation (C++, C#, Microsoft SQL Server, TCP/IP)
- Project for the test stand development and automation of SYS.5 tests for the climate actuator at ETO GRUPPE TECHNOLOGIES GmbH, Stockach (test stand software LabVIEW, C#; test evaluation DIAdem, C#; databases Microsoft SQL Server)
Daniel C.
Last position:
Founder & Managing Director at BotCraft GmbH
- Building the company with a focus on connectivity for IIoT and Industry 4.0, iRPA/process automation, advanced robotics and smart systems, sensors and services
- Project management and software architecture for IoT gateway development (since 2020) with protocol translation, IT/OT convergence and GRC
- Developing RPA bots for automating and monitoring industrial processes with an agent-based AI approach (since 2020)
- Implementing unsupervised clustering and anomaly detection for time series data in big data streaming pipelines (since 2021)
- Introducing a Docker-based release train for OTA updates with DevSecOps and CI/CD (since 2018)
Helmut G.
Last position:
Project Manager at LPT – Akademie GmbH
- Connecting existing equipment with position and size detection, robot handling, palletizing
- Concept design and negotiations with suppliers
- Timeline for supply chain management
- Cost calculation, step-by-step planning
- Monitoring time allocation, supplier parts, and employees
Gerald S.
Last position:
Robot Programmer at Boysen / Eftec
- Worked at Boysen Hungary in Nyiregyhaza for Eftec.
- Programmed Fanuc M-710IC/20L robot with integrated camera.
- Coated battery trays with PVC according to customer specifications.
- Optimized robot paths, camera analysis, and application parameters for reproducible coating quality.
Shekar V.
Last position:
Resident Engineer – G67 Thermal System at BMW AG / MIND Business and Technology GmbH
- Data management for BMW G67 climate system
- 3D data release according to BMW milestones
- Coordination of G67 HVAC and PTC DFMEA, PFMEA
- Coordination between China and BMW Munich on a complex high-voltage PTC 800-volt topic
Alexander H.
Last position:
Freelancer & Owner at Hilex GmbH & Co. KG
- Responsible for planning, realization and support of complex industrial automation and building projects
- Experience with building systems and technical equipment from various manufacturers and industries
- Building automation: heating, ventilation and air conditioning, lighting and shading, security (alarm, access, video), energy management and smart home systems, building control and bus systems (e.g. KNX)
- Process and industrial plants: pipeline systems, sewage treatment plants, cross-transfer and lifting systems, pellet systems, friction heating systems, ventilation systems, dough mixing plant
- Robotics: handling robots from Fanuc, ABB, KUKA
- Special systems: painting application systems, feeding and destacking systems
- Automotive projects: implementation of three battery production lines for BMW in Germany and one production line in Hungary
Souhair E.
Last position:
Director of Sales at Loick Biowertstoff GmbH
- building a sales network for packaging fillers and granulates domestically and internationally with focus on direct sales of extrusion machines and Biogranulat 100
- managing key accounts
- leading the Farmfill sales department for packaging materials with leadership responsibilities
Folke M.
Last position:
Program Management and PMO for Core System Replacement at Vereinigte Hagel VVaG
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Statistics of experts using FANUC
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
27 years
Position duration
2.2 years
Positions per freelancer
18
Top business areas
Product Development, Operations, Information Technology
Top industries
Manufacturing, Automotive, Information Technology
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Operations, Quality Assurance
Bachelor's degree or higher
83%
Master's degree or higher
42%
Doctorate
8%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
94%
Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Germany 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 Germany using FANUC
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 19 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
FANUC 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%)
- Automotive (81%)
- Information Technology (38%)
- Energy (31%)
- Construction (25%)
- Education (25%)
- Professional Services (25%)
- Aerospace and Defense (19%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Industrial automation scope
FANUC is a Japanese industrial automation ecosystem used for robotic handling, welding, assembly, machining and injection moulding. Its portfolio includes industrial robots, CNC controls, ROBODRILL machining centres, ROBOCUT wire EDM and ROBOSHOT injection moulding systems. Companies use it to create repeatable production cells with integrated motion, safety and process control.
Robot and CNC tooling
FANUC projects often combine teach pendant programming with controller configuration and offline simulation. RoboGuide supports cell planning, reach checks, cycle analysis and virtual commissioning, while TP programming and KAREL cover robot behaviour and custom logic. CNC specialists also work with PMC signals, HMI settings, tool data and machine communication.
- Configure robot frames, tools, payloads and motion paths
- Program handling, welding, palletising and machine tending
- Simulate cells and validate reach, collisions and cycle flow
- Integrate robots with PLCs, sensors, vision and safety circuits
Where FANUC runs
FANUC equipment appears in automotive production, metalworking, electronics, logistics, plastics and general manufacturing. In Germany, companies may need experts who can support plant-floor commissioning as well as remote preparation, documentation and simulation. The work often connects robot controllers with Siemens PLC environments, industrial networks, safety hardware and manufacturing execution systems.
When specialists are needed
Freelance expertise is useful when a plant adds a robot cell, modernises an existing controller or needs to recover production after a change. It can also shorten commissioning for machine tending, welding, bin picking or high-mix production. Strong project briefs define the controller family, robot model, end-of-arm tooling, PLC interface, safety concept and acceptance criteria.
Delivery and troubleshooting
A capable FANUC professional can turn a process description into safe, maintainable controller logic and clear operator documentation. They test paths, recover routines, alarms, I/O mapping and handshakes instead of relying only on a successful dry run. Experience with calibration, mastering, backups, version control and production handover matters when equipment must remain serviceable after the engagement.
Choosing the right expertise
Look for evidence that a specialist has worked with the relevant FANUC controller, robot family and application rather than with automation in general. Ask for examples of simulation, commissioning, safety collaboration and integration with the plant’s PLC and network standards. The best fit combines practical troubleshooting with disciplined documentation and communicates clearly with production, maintenance and machine suppliers.
Frequently asked questions
What clients ask us most about FANUC — answered in short.
FANUC is used for industrial robots, CNC machining, injection moulding and wire-cut electrical discharge machining. Typical applications include welding, palletising, machine tending, assembly, painting and material handling. The right specialist can connect these systems to tooling, sensors, safety equipment and plant controls.
FANUC is often compared with ABB and KUKA for robot cells, and the best choice depends on application, installed equipment, controller preferences and local support. Each ecosystem has different programming methods, simulation tools and integration patterns. A specialist should evaluate the production process rather than recommend a brand in isolation.
A strong FANUC specialist often understands PLC integration, industrial Ethernet, machine vision, safety circuits, servo systems and end-of-arm tooling. Knowledge of Siemens controls can be valuable in German plants, but the required combination depends on the cell. Experience with RoboGuide, TP programming, KAREL and CNC interfaces is also relevant.
The scope matters more than a fixed experience threshold. FANUC work involving a new cell, safety validation or production commissioning needs a specialist who has handled comparable hardware and process risks. A smaller program change may suit someone with narrower application experience if the controller, tooling and acceptance tests are clearly defined.
FANUC programming, RoboGuide simulation, documentation and offline debugging can often be handled remotely when backups and specifications are available. Physical installation, mastering, wiring checks and live commissioning usually require on-site access. In Germany, agree early on travel needs, plant access, working language and remote connection rules.
Ask the FANUC specialist to explain a comparable cell, including controller type, robot application, I/O handshake, safety boundaries and commissioning method. Review sample documentation and discuss how they handle alarms, backups, recovery routines and change control. A practical technical conversation usually reveals more than a generic profile.
RoboGuide is FANUC’s offline simulation and cell-planning environment. It can help validate reach, collisions, robot paths, tooling and process flow before equipment is commissioned. Simulation does not replace on-site validation, because real calibration, fixtures, payloads and safety conditions still affect performance.
Name the relevant FANUC system and controller, such as an industrial robot with an R-30iB Plus controller, a ROBODRILL, ROBOCUT or ROBOSHOT. Include the robot model, application, tooling, PLC, communication method and required deliverables. Clear technical context helps a specialist judge fit and prepare effectively.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used FANUC in their recent projects is 100 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 802 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used FANUC in their recent projects, 83% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 42% hold at least a Master's degree, and 8% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used FANUC in their recent projects have 27 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used FANUC in their recent projects are German (100%), English (94%), and French (13%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used FANUC in their recent projects are Manufacturing (100%), Automotive (81%), and Information Technology (38%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used FANUC in their recent projects are Product Development (100%), Operations (81%), and Information Technology (75%).
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