Instrumentation and Control Experts in Germany
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Bülent Ö.
Last position:
Freelance Overall Project Manager at energyconsult GmbH
- Project planning and lead engineering
- Coordination and negotiations with grid operators, station suppliers, cable and civil engineering companies
- Analysis, description and documentation of engineering and documentation processes
- Calculation of cable cross-sections from wind turbines to the substation
- Engineering and specification of cable types, inquiries and awarding to suppliers
- Specification of cable routes, inquiries and awarding to suppliers
- Specification of cable civil works, inquiries and awarding to suppliers
- Civil engineering design
- Scheduling and monitoring deadlines and dependencies
- Coordination of trades
- Participation in project meetings
- Site inspections as needed
- Regular on-site visits
Thomas T.
Last position:
Head of Product & Software at UZE ADS Europe GmbH
- Further development of a roof-mounted advertising unit for mobile digital advertising, including sensors such as GPS, light sensors, and 2D cameras
- Development of a service tool for commissioning and remote service control
- Development of a marketplace to manage devices, partners, and advertising campaigns
- Communication with the regulatory authority (KBA) as key account manager
- Business model development in data-driven business
- Development and coordination of service processes and workflows
- Building a network of service partners in Germany
- Strategy development, restructuring, and M&A processes
Winfried L.
Last position:
Project and Construction Manager at Freelance work
- Setting up and monitoring a schedule in the form of a bar chart
- Keeping a site diary, including timesheets for each trade
- Coordinating and monitoring the specialist companies involved in the construction work
- Checking measurements together with the executing companies
- Determining costs according to the relevant calculation rules or DIN 276, as well as invoice review
- Monitoring including detailed corrections
- Applying for official building acceptance and personal participation in the official acceptance
- Monitoring defects found before and during acceptance, including listing limitation periods for building defects
- Cost control based on the data from the specification and the resulting monitoring of the executing construction companies by comparing cost estimates and contract prices
- Preparing, updating and monitoring detailed cost, time and capacity plans
- Obtaining expert reports
- Collecting and submitting all documents for the building authority
Ahmet D.
Last position:
Electrical Designer / Hardware Planner EPLAN 2024 at Horiba GmbH
- Planning and development of electrical systems for test benches and alternative drive systems
- Designing a battery test station specifically for electric cars
- Specifying and designing controls, following standards, legal regulations, planning guidelines, and customer specs
- Sizing and selecting electrical components
- Creating electrical schematics and macros and maintaining parts data with EPLAN P8 Version Interface 2024
- Updating and adapting PLC programs
- Preparing SISTEMA calculations
- Supporting assembly and commissioning
- Ordering electrical components in SAP
- Ensuring compliance with common standards and regulations
- Sizing and cost calculation of high-current cables (1200 V/1000 A for AC and DC)
Stefan P.
Last position:
MSR Coordinator at Worley
- Coordination and execution of cable pulling and cable laying projects to ensure on-time completion and compliance with quality standards.
- Effective planning and execution of cable tray installation, taking safety regulations and optimal use of resources into account.
- Successful execution of live online changeovers to minimize operational interruptions and optimize production processes.
- Shutdown coordination to ensure smooth processes during maintenance work and to avoid production delays.
- Monitoring and optimization of work processes through the use of MSR techniques to increase efficiency and reduce operating costs.
Stefan M.
Last position:
Project Engineer at INERATEC GmbH
- Analysis and validation of the existing concept
- Scaling of the concept and design and selection of components
- Preparation of the process flow diagram
- Creation and ongoing updating of the schedule
- Process simulation
- Preparation of technical documentation for procurement of components
Dietmar D.
Last position:
Certified Expert in Electrical Engineering according to DIN 17024 at Sachverständigenbüro de Vries
- Building and Real Estate Administration NRW: acceptance tests of photovoltaic systems
- Agrarservice Graf von Hardenberg: acceptance tests of photovoltaic systems
- BVB 09 Dortmund: defect report for a renovation project
- City of Duisburg: defect report for inner-city access barriers
- Freelancer as VEFK at LEONI Bordnetzsysteme GmbH, Kitzingen
- Project management of various projects at Aurubis AG, Lünen
Furqan A.
Last position:
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Engineering and Technology
Fulfilled the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with Honours and was placed in the First Division.
Completed a final year project (ME-499) held between January and April 2003.
Studied core engineering subjects including Engineering Drawing & Graphics, Mechanics of Materials I & II, Engineering Mechanics, Applied Thermodynamics I & II, Fluid Mechanics, Workshop Technology, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics I & II, and Computer Programming.
Completed advanced coursework in Machine Design and CAD I & II, Mechanics of Machines I & II, Hydraulics Machinery, Machine Tools and Machining, Engineering Economics & Optimization, Modern Electronics, Internal Combustion Engines, Power Plants, Heat and Mass Transfer, Engineering Materials, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering I & II, Electromechanical Systems, Instrumentation and Control, Mechanical Vibration, Stress Analysis, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Energy Resources & Utilization, Gas Dynamics, and Production Automation.
Completed four levels of Islamic & Pakistan Studies.
Ali K.
Last position:
Electrician at Viridis GmbH
- Installation of solar and photovoltaic systems including PV modules and inverters
- Commissioning and system testing
- Troubleshooting and maintenance
Norbert F.
Last position:
Electrical Engineer / EPLAN Specialist / MSR Planner at Technisches Büro Fiebig GmbH
Planning & documentation of electrical systems with EPLAN P8 (all versions incl. 2.9), Fluid & Cogineer
Migrations: EPLAN 5.7 → P8, PLC S5 → S7
MSR technology, power distribution, switch cabinet construction
Standards-compliant documentation, form & evaluation design
Article/macro database maintenance, standardization via macros & Cogineer
Excel-based data pipelines for automated plan creation and measuring point processing
Revisions
Commissioning only with own project planning or as part of the customer's planning team
Industries: chemicals, automotive, energy, infrastructure, food, mechanical engineering
Tools & systems**
Available at Technisches Büro Fiebig GmbH: EPLAN P8 (incl. Fluid), EPLAN Cogineer, Excel-based data processing for technical interfaces, Office software tools
Other tools mastered (to be provided by the customer): AutoCAD, WSCAD, SEE Electrical, Caddy++, SAP, systems for Ex-protection & functional safety (e.g. Pepperl+Fuchs)
Project preferences**
Focus on planning, documentation, standardization
No PLC field programming or pure software development
No site management or classic electrical installation
Commissioning only with active planning responsibility
Prefer projects with technical depth and clear structure
Henning M.
Last position:
Interim HR Legal Consulting at Municipal Utilities Kassel
- Advice on the utility collective agreement (TVV) regarding job classifications, grading, and job descriptions
- Compensation & Benefit, analysis of the regional labor market
Martin S.
Last position:
Self-employed at MSE Automation
- Planning and design of conveyor systems, special machines, and instrumentation and control systems
- Preparation of parts and material lists as well as complete documentation with Eplan 5.70 and P8
- Safety calculations with SISTEMA
Anita E.
Last position:
Documentation Specialist at Company in Hamburg
- Quality check of documentation
- Data analysis
- Process optimization
- Creation of work instructions
Harald P.
Last position:
EMR Project Manager / Electrical Engineer
Stephan V.
Last position:
Gaswerke Etzel
- Create bill of quantities
- Obtain quotes
- Evaluate quotes
- On-site inspections for projects
- Select instrumentation
- Documentation
- Cable lists
- Migrated folder system to a database system
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Statistics of experts using Instrumentation and Control
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
28 years
Position duration
4.7 years
Positions per freelancer
10
Top business areas
Operations, Product Development, Project Management
Top industries
Manufacturing, Energy, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Quality Assurance, Operations, Information Technology
Bachelor's degree or higher
71%
Master's degree or higher
29%
Doctorate
7%
Certifications per freelancer
1
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
88%
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 Instrumentation and Control
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.
Instrumentation and Control experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (94%)
- Energy (81%)
- Automotive (44%)
- Construction (44%)
- Professional Services (44%)
- Metals and Mining (38%)
- Chemical (31%)
- Information Technology (25%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What it covers
Instrumentation and Control combines measurement, automation and control of industrial processes. It connects field instruments such as pressure, flow, temperature and level sensors with controllers, actuators, alarms and operator interfaces. The goal is stable, safe and efficient operation of physical systems.
Where it runs
Instrumentation and control systems operate in process plants, manufacturing lines, energy facilities, water treatment sites and building services. In Germany, specialists often support plants that need reliable commissioning, modernization or integration across production and utility systems. The work must reflect real operating conditions, not only software design.
Core ecosystem
The discipline spans PLC, DCS, SCADA and distributed I/O environments. Common tools and technologies include Siemens TIA Portal, SIMATIC systems, Rockwell Automation, Beckhoff TwinCAT, WinCC, Ignition, OPC UA, Modbus, PROFINET and industrial Ethernet. Strong specialists understand how these components exchange data and behave at the plant level.
Typical assignments
- Create control narratives, I/O lists and functional specifications
- Configure PLC, DCS, HMI and SCADA applications
- Select and calibrate sensors, valves and other field devices
- Integrate drives, safety systems, historians and MES interfaces
- Test sequences, alarms, interlocks and communications during commissioning
When expertise matters
Companies bring in freelance specialists when a new line, plant upgrade or production change cannot wait for internal capacity. They also need support when legacy control systems must connect to modern networks, data platforms or equipment. Clear documentation, remote preparation and planned on-site commissioning help distributed teams work effectively in Germany and beyond.
What strong specialists bring
Good professionals connect process knowledge with precise control logic. They can read P&IDs, challenge unclear requirements, trace signals from field device to operator screen and diagnose faults without disrupting production. They also manage version control, testing evidence, change records and handover so the installed system remains understandable after the assignment ends.
Frequently asked questions
Curious about Instrumentation and Control? Here are the answers that come up again and again.
Instrumentation and Control is used to measure process conditions and regulate equipment based on those measurements. It supports functions such as temperature control, flow management, batch sequences, alarm handling, safety interlocks and operator supervision across industrial facilities.
Instrumentation and Control focuses strongly on process measurement, regulation and the behavior of physical systems. General industrial automation may place more emphasis on discrete machine sequences and robotics, while both areas can overlap through PLCs, safety systems, networks and supervisory software.
A strong Instrumentation and Control professional may also understand electrical engineering, P&IDs, functional safety, industrial networking and cybersecurity. Experience with PLC programming, DCS configuration, SCADA, OPC UA, drives and commissioning is useful when the assignment crosses system boundaries.
The right level depends on the scope, risk and lifecycle stage of the assignment. A Instrumentation and Control specialist for a greenfield control system should show relevant design and commissioning work, while a focused HMI change or documentation task may need narrower, tool-specific experience.
Instrumentation and Control work often combines remote engineering with on-site activities. Specifications, programming, simulation, documentation and preparation can be handled remotely, but panel checks, loop testing, commissioning and production troubleshooting usually require access to the facility in Germany.
Review comparable control systems, platforms and process environments rather than relying on generic automation experience. For Instrumentation and Control, ask how the professional handles I/O verification, alarm philosophy, testing, change control and handover documentation.
Instrumentation and Control commonly connects field devices and controllers with HMI, SCADA, DCS, MES and historian systems. Interfaces may include OPC UA, Modbus, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP and other industrial communication methods, depending on the site and equipment.
Quality Instrumentation and Control work is traceable, testable and aligned with the process it controls. Strong professionals make signal paths clear, define useful alarms, protect changes through disciplined testing and leave documentation that operators and maintenance teams can use.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Instrumentation and Control in their recent projects is 100 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 797 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Instrumentation and Control in their recent projects, 71% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 29% hold at least a Master's degree, and 7% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Instrumentation and Control in their recent projects have 28 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 4.7 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Instrumentation and Control in their recent projects are German (100%), English (88%), and French (25%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Instrumentation and Control in their recent projects are Manufacturing (94%), Energy (81%), and Automotive (44%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Instrumentation and Control in their recent projects are Operations (88%), Product Development (75%), and Project Management (75%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Instrumentation and Control
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