FreeCAD Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used FreeCAD
Goran P.
Last position:
Test Manager & Analyst at Festo / Questax GmbH
Project goal: Carrying out system tests and validating industrial communication and control systems, including requirements definition and verification.
Responsibilities:
- Test planning, test execution
- Test strategy, test cases, and test specifications
- Requirements analysis
- Ensuring traceability between requirements, test cases, and defects
- Carrying out regression and integration tests
- Defect analysis
- Simulation and validation
- NetSniffer Wireshark
- Supporting test automation (Python, CI/CD)
- Reporting
- Stakeholder coordination and agile collaboration (Scrum / SAFe / Kanban)
- V-Model
- CI/CD automation with Python, Groovy, and frameworks (Selenium, PyTest)
Technologies:: CAN, Modbus, Ethernet, PLC, PROFINET, Codebeamer ALM, Scrum, SAFe, MS Teams, Git, CI/CD with GitLab CI and TeamCity, Windows Batch, FAS, Wireshark, Python, Enterprise Architect (EA), AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot), VS Code, Tia Portal, SCL, Python (Selenium, PyTest)
Björn K.
Last position:
Development Engineer Control Concepts at TU Chemnitz
- Development and validation of control concepts for grid stabilization with MATLAB/Simulink.
- Modeling of converters (VISMA), grids, and loads to study frequency and phase behavior during load steps.
- Analysis of the influence of inertia, damping, and controller parameters on stability, power output, and ROCOF.
- Development of adaptive control strategies to improve synchronization and dynamic grid support.
- Creation of automated simulation and evaluation tools to assess different scenarios and parameters.
Alexander M.
Last position:
Layout Planner at Yaskawa Europe GmbH
Providing engineering services under a temporary employment contract (ANÜ) at client companies.
Designed and developed two welding robot cells for the client Purem, including creating detailed CAD drawings with SolidWorks for proposal preparation
Structural design of the A3 robot cell line in the Boysen project using SolidWorks
Created a comprehensive PowerPoint presentation with concepts and analyses for removing robots, workpiece positioners, and equipment from the cells of a 5000 m² Ford automotive battery production hall in the USA
Developed an optimized concept for assigning manufacturing processes and cell enclosures for the Ford automotive battery production hall in the USA
Vaikunth S.
Last position:
Technology Consultant – Hydrogen Systems Engineering at Bashpa Energy Technology Solutions
- Consulting & strategic advisory in areas related systems engineering, infrastructure development, techno-economic feasibility, sector coupling and regulatory aspects of green hydrogen in India to evaluate integration and decarbonization opportunities.
- Developed data-driven models of renewable distributed energy resources (wind, solar and hydel) to evaluate the cost of green hydrogen production, distribution and application, aiming for commercial viability and affordability.
- Spearheaded the modelling of the Indian electricity grid and simulation of load balancing to estimate the short- and long-term energy market flexibility analysis to support energy trading and risk management for hydrogen assets.
- Leading AI-enabled software development to support decision-making and accelerate the adoption of a hydrogen economy in India.
Frank H.
Last position:
Technical Consultant Aviation at Aircraft Cabin Modification
- Product development of passenger restraint systems
- Machine / site relocation
- Tools used: MS Office 365, Outlook, Word, Excel
Christoph N.
Last position:
Teamlead Optimization and Automated Engineering at Freudenberg
- Strategic leadership of the simulation and optimization roadmap and an expert team, including the successful acquisition and implementation of internal multi-million-euro design optimization projects.
Christian S.
Last position:
Consultant, Managing Director, Partner at ST & Partners UG
- Project experience in the automotive supplier industry and with German car OEMs
Johannes R.
Last position:
Managing Partner & Technical Director at Studio Fluffy UG
- Scientific Computing
- Machine Learning
- Generative Design & UX
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Statistics of experts using FreeCAD
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
20 years
Position duration
3.6 years
Positions per freelancer
9
Top business areas
Product Development, Research and Development, Information Technology
Top industries
Manufacturing, Automotive, Aerospace and Defense
Bachelor's degree or higher
88%
Master's degree or higher
50%
Doctorate
13%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100%
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 FreeCAD
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.
FreeCAD experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (88%)
- Automotive (75%)
- Aerospace and Defense (38%)
- Education (38%)
- Energy (38%)
- Information Technology (38%)
- Construction (25%)
- Food and Beverage (13%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Parametric design
FreeCAD is an open-source 3D computer-aided design application for creating editable, constraint-driven models. Its workbenches support mechanical parts, assemblies, architecture, product concepts and technical documentation. A change to a sketch can update dependent features throughout a model.
Core workbenches
The Part Design and Sketcher workbenches cover solid modeling with dimensional constraints, pads, pockets, fillets and patterns. Part supports geometric operations, while Draft and Arch provide tools for layouts and building elements. TechDraw turns models into structured technical drawings with views, dimensions and annotations.
Formats and tooling
FreeCAD works with common engineering formats such as STEP, IGES, STL and DXF, helping teams exchange geometry with suppliers, simulation tools and fabrication systems. The Assembly workbench and external extensions can support larger product structures. Python scripting and the FreeCAD API allow specialists to automate repetitive modeling and export tasks.
Typical projects
- Create configurable parts and assemblies for mechanical products
- Convert supplier geometry into clean, editable CAD models
- Prepare technical drawings, manufacturing documentation and BOM data
- Generate prototypes, enclosures and fixtures for additive or subtractive production
- Build scripts for batch exports, parameter changes and model checks
When expertise matters
Companies bring in freelance FreeCAD specialists when internal teams need a reliable model quickly, legacy files require cleanup or a concept must become production-ready documentation. Support is also valuable when a project needs consistent naming, stable parametric relationships or a bridge between CAD and manufacturing workflows. In German industrial and manufacturing environments, remote work is often practical, with on-site sessions reserved for workshop reviews, measurement and production handover.
Quality signals
Strong professionals understand design intent rather than only producing attractive geometry. They use meaningful constraints, robust feature order, clean sketches and reusable parameters, then test how the model behaves after revisions. Look for experience with the required manufacturing process, accurate exports, clear drawings and communication in the language used by the project team. Familiarity with Python, version control and adjacent CAD or PLM processes can reduce handover risk.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about FreeCAD? Start with the answers below.
FreeCAD is used to create parametric mechanical parts, assemblies, enclosures, fixtures, prototypes and technical drawings. It also supports architectural layouts, mesh preparation and manufacturing exports through its workbenches and extensions.
FreeCAD provides an open-source alternative to tools such as Autodesk Fusion and SolidWorks, with no proprietary license required for the core application. Commercial systems may offer more integrated collaboration, certified libraries or specialized workflows, while FreeCAD can be a strong choice when scriptability, file ownership and customization matter.
FreeCAD work benefits from knowledge of mechanical design, manufacturing methods, tolerances and technical documentation. Python, STEP and DXF exchange, CNC or 3D-print preparation, and familiarity with version control are useful additions depending on the project.
FreeCAD projects need a professional who has handled the same type of geometry, manufacturing process and deliverable before. A simple part may need focused modeling support, while a configurable assembly or automation workflow calls for deeper experience with constraints, dependencies, scripting and revision control.
FreeCAD work is often suitable for remote collaboration because models, drawings and scripts can be shared digitally. German companies may still prefer on-site reviews for measurements, prototype checks or production handover, so clarify language expectations, file-sharing rules and workshop access early.
FreeCAD professionals commonly work with STEP, IGES, STL, DXF and native project files. The right choice depends on whether the recipient needs editable solids, manufacturing geometry, mesh data or drawings, and a strong specialist will verify imports and exports instead of assuming the conversion is reliable.
FreeCAD quality is visible in stable parametric behavior, well-constrained sketches, logical feature trees and accurate technical drawings. Ask for a clear explanation of design intent, revision handling and export checks, then review whether the model remains usable after realistic changes.
FreeCAD assignments vary from one-off geometry cleanup to full product documentation or Python automation. Clarify the source files, target formats, manufacturing method, dimensional standards, review process and ownership of scripts before estimating the work.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used FreeCAD in their recent projects is 106 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 847 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used FreeCAD in their recent projects, 88% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 50% hold at least a Master's degree, and 13% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used FreeCAD in their recent projects have 20 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.6 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used FreeCAD in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Spanish (25%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used FreeCAD in their recent projects are Manufacturing (88%), Automotive (75%), and Aerospace and Defense (38%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used FreeCAD in their recent projects are Product Development (100%), Research and Development (75%), and Information Technology (63%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used FreeCAD
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