ISO 14971 Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used ISO 14971
Rüdiger S.
Last position:
Manufacturer of busbar systems for power and data transmission
- Review and assessment of the existing situation
- Identification and definition of implementation measures to close existing gaps
Melanie S.
Last position:
Lead Quality / Regulatory at Confidential
Built and drove the implementation of an ISO 13485-aligned quality management system for a newly established medical-device manufacturer developing products for leading OEM customers. Led RA/QA strategy, QMS architecture, design-control setup, supplier-...
Andreas S.
Last position:
Consulting on quality management and regulatory affairs at Curevius GmbH
Manufacturer of medical devices
- Creation and further development of quality management systems according to EN ISO 13485
- Gap analysis of existing quality management systems according to ISO 13485
- Consulting and support in customer projects in the field of quality management and
- Proof of regulatory compliance for medical devices of all risk classes
- Preparation of technical documentation according to MDR
- Gap analysis of the risk management file according to ISO 14971:2019
Torsten V.
Last position:
COO/CTO (Freelance) at Reitreal LLC
- Setting up and running operations for offering multi-level tokenized real estate investment possibilities,
- Start-up preparations, establishing a real estate investment trust (REIT)
- Communication with SEC, technology provider selection, etc.
Armin W.
Last position:
Interims Head of Functional Safety & R&D Processes at SEMIKRON Danfoss GmbH & Co KG
- Planning and coordination of all safety activities and organizational development to meet the requirements of ISO 26262 and IEC 61508
- Process development according to Automotive SPICE™ and ISO 26262
- Establishment and technical leadership of the CoC Functional Safety Management and coordination and responsibility of safety activities across all projects (ASIL C and ASIL D)
- Stakeholder management and alignment with OEMs, DIA/RASIC coordination
- Steering of staff on developing functional safety and relevant work products for safety evidence
- Planning, coordination, monitoring and progress analysis of work package creation and action tracking
- Planning and execution of safety assessments and audits for internal sub-projects and external suppliers
- Creation of the safety plan and support in creating work packages for the safety case
- Conducting FMEAs, FMEDAs and FTAs
- Coordination, development and execution of safety training
- Resource and deployment planning, budget planning and controlling
- Planning, tendering, contracting and coordination of temporary external support services
- Interdisciplinary planning and coordination of activities in functional safety management according to ISO 26262
- Conducting ASPICE™ maturity assessments and deriving process improvements based on the standard requirements
- Planning, coordination and creation of the safety assurance documentation
- Central point of contact for functional safety for all organizational levels as well as NBs, OEMs and suppliers
- Reporting to the division manager
Cavit S.
Last position:
Renovation of own properties at Private building project
- Independent planning and execution of renovation projects on several residential properties, including coordination of trades, budget and schedule control, site supervision, material procurement and quality control
- Experience in interior finishing, building services, exterior areas, as well as compliance with construction and energy efficiency standards
Unnikuttan V.
Last position:
Managing Director (Co-Founder) at AathmaSignals
- Spearheading investor outreach and partnership development as founding MD, building the business case and technical narrative needed to attract initial funding and strategic collaborators in the digital health space
- Designing multi-agent AI systems for autonomous biosignal analysis, orchestrating LLM-based reasoning pipelines with domain-specific medical context to enable intelligent, clinical decision support
Peter S.
Last position:
Project Manager Camera Systems/Lenses at S&E Consulting Peter Sperber
- Management of internal and external optics, electronics, and software developers and the subproject managers throughout the entire development process up to handover to production
- Conducting RfP and contract negotiations with German, Chinese, and Japanese manufacturers and tracking the agreed deliverables
- Conducting quality gates throughout the development process
- Responsibility for meeting commercial, technical, and schedule requirements (resource and budget planning)
- Continuous monitoring of potential project risks during all phases
- Ensuring compliant development (RoHS & REACH) and documentation for worldwide CE marking
- Project status reporting to upper management and the company board
- Central point of contact for third-party contractors and their coordination in the project
Rasika D.
Last position:
Manuscript Consultant at R.D.V.V - Jbp
- Developed and managed content across diverse platforms, adapting tone, structure, and style to meet audience expectations and editorial standards
- Conducted in-depth research to ensure content accuracy, relevance, and alignment with client objectives and subject-matter requirements
- Edited and refined client manuscripts and drafts to improve clarity, narrative flow, coherence, and reader engagement
- Managed multiple concurrent content projects, prioritizing tasks and meeting tight deadlines while upholding high-quality standards
- Provided uncredited editing support for various publications, ensuring polished, consistent, and publication-ready final manuscripts
Dieter H.
Last position:
HSE Consultant (Field Core / General Electric), Stadtwerke München GUD2 Power Plant at Health & Safety Consulting Engineering Office
- Advised as HSE Consultant on behalf of Field Core / General Electric during maintenance and repair of the gas turbine at the GUD2 power plant of Stadtwerke München.
- Organized, monitored, and managed project teams from an HSE perspective.
- Implemented and oversaw the HSE plan according to the German Construction Site Ordinance (BauStellV, SiGe plan).
- Conducted induction and toolbox training on safety topics.
- Prepared and handled risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
- Implemented and controlled LOTO procedures.
- Managed hazardous substances, including MSDS documentation.
- Oversaw the permit-to-work process.
- Took measures to prevent accidents and injuries, documenting them in the GE-Gen Suite as part of "Mission Zero".
Thomas A.
Last position:
Interim Management at Vincorion Power Systems GmbH
- Process and project management to optimize products and development processes for energy systems
- Technical risk management
- Requirements engineering and system architecture
- System FMEA of power generator units and energy storage modules aiming for generic structures
- Claims management according to Section 313 of the German Civil Code
- Regulatory environment: military and NATO standards, AQAP, VG norms
Monika W.
Last position:
Quality Specialist at Nexans GmbH
- Implementation of a quality management system including creating all required process descriptions and work instructions for ISO 9001:2015 certification, as well as final planning and conducting audits
- Creating action catalogs for measures needed to comply with ISO 9001 and achieve the targeted certification
- Preparing documentation related to ISO 9001
- Developing training materials for employees and managers based on the QMH and the created documentation
- Recording results of external audits of departments (incoming goods, production, warehouse logistics, procurement and supplier management, outgoing goods, shipping) according to ISO 9001
- Preparing for and participating in certification audits
Volker R.
Last position:
Interim Manager / Validation Project Manager at Medical Technology
- Creation of medical templates according to ISO 13485:2016 and GMP / MDR.
- Design Qualification (DQ).
- Validation plan (VP).
- Creation of PFMEA / FMEA.
- Installation Qualification (IQ).
- Operational Qualification (OQ).
- Performance Qualification (PQ).
- Final report (AB).
Elena C.
Last position:
Plant Quality Manager at BHC Gummi-Metall GmbH
- Reviewing customer requirements (Quality Agreements) and implementing process and product quality measures within the approval processes (start-up support and initial samples according to PPF/PPAP) under APQP
- Main contact for quality-related issues at the site
- Implementing supplier quality support and development
- Ensuring compliance with all quality-specific requirements such as incoming and outgoing inspections, initial sample test reports, quality work instructions, inspection plans, and control charts
- Customer contact for complaint management and handling using Quality Core Tools: 8D report, 5 Why, Ishikawa analysis
- Active use of quality tools: control plan, PFMEA, inspection plan, EMPB, drawings, collecting and analyzing statistical data, R&R, MSA, SPC
- Conducting internal system, product and process audits according to VDA 6.3 and VDA 6.5
- Responsible for certification of the quality management system IATF 16949, occupational health and safety ISO 45001, and environmental management ISO 14001
- Supervising, goal-oriented leadership and development of a 10-member team
Jean S.
Last position:
Introduction to ISO 27001 at Software developer
- Introduction of an information security management system into an existing management system according to ISO 9001
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Statistics of experts using ISO 14971
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
24 years
Position duration
2 years
Positions per freelancer
14
Top business areas
Quality Assurance, Project Management, Product Development
Top industries
Healthcare, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical
Certification focus areas
Quality Assurance, Product Development, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
90%
Master's degree or higher
48%
Doctorate
10%
Certifications per freelancer
5
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates of experts in Germany using ISO 14971
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The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
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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.
ISO 14971 experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Healthcare (91%)
- Manufacturing (76%)
- Pharmaceutical (52%)
- Automotive (48%)
- Information Technology (48%)
- Biotechnology (33%)
- Energy (27%)
- Professional Services (27%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Risk management standard
ISO 14971 defines a structured process for identifying hazards, estimating and evaluating risks, controlling unacceptable risks and monitoring them throughout a medical device’s life cycle. It applies to devices, software, accessories and connected systems, from early concept through post-market activities. The standard is commonly referenced as EN ISO 14971 in European projects.
Core deliverables
Specialists translate product knowledge and regulatory expectations into controlled, reviewable evidence. Typical deliverables include:
- Risk management plans and reports
- Hazard analyses and risk estimation records
- Risk control measures and verification evidence
- Benefit-risk analyses and post-market updates
- Traceability between risks, requirements and tests
Tools and standards
ISO 14971 work connects closely with ISO 13485 quality systems, usability engineering, software life-cycle processes and design controls. Professionals may work in electronic quality systems, requirements tools, document management environments and structured spreadsheets. They need to align risk records with product requirements, verification results, clinical considerations and change control.
When companies need help
Companies often bring in freelance expertise when a new device enters development, an existing risk file needs remediation or an audit exposes gaps. External support can also help during product changes, supplier transitions, market expansion or post-market signal reviews. In Germany, collaboration may involve local quality teams, notified-body preparation and remote coordination across international functions.
- Risk management files lack consistent structure
- Product changes have not been assessed systematically
- Software, usability and hardware risks are not linked
- Audit findings require independent remediation
Strong professional practice
A strong professional understands that compliance is not achieved by a template alone. They can explain why a hazard is credible, justify risk estimates, select controls in the right order and verify that controls work without creating new risks. They also distinguish product risk from process issues and keep decisions traceable as evidence changes.
Choosing the right specialist
Look for experience with the device type, intended users, software content and applicable markets. Ask to see examples of anonymized risk structures, traceability methods and change assessments rather than relying on standard familiarity alone. For German projects, clarify whether the specialist can work in the required language and coordinate on site or remotely with quality, regulatory and product teams.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about ISO 14971? Start with the answers below.
ISO 14971 is used to establish and maintain a risk management process for medical devices and related software. It covers hazard identification, risk evaluation, risk control, residual risk assessment and production or post-market monitoring.
ISO 14971 focuses specifically on medical device risk management, while ISO 13485 covers the broader quality management system. They work together: the risk process supplies product and process evidence that supports quality planning, design controls and corrective actions.
A strong ISO 14971 specialist often understands usability engineering, software life-cycle controls, clinical evaluation, cybersecurity and design verification. Familiarity with IEC 62304, IEC 62366-1 and ISO 13485 helps connect risk records with the wider technical and quality evidence.
The right level for ISO 14971 work depends on device complexity, development stage and the condition of the existing risk file. A straightforward review may need focused support, while a new connected or software-heavy device benefits from a specialist who can lead the process across product, quality and regulatory functions.
ISO 14971 activities are often suitable for remote collaboration because risk files, requirements and review records are digital. On-site workshops can still help when teams need to inspect the device, resolve design questions or prepare closely with German quality and regulatory stakeholders.
When assessing ISO 14971 work, check whether the specialist links hazards to foreseeable misuse, risk controls, verification evidence and residual risk decisions. Ask how they manage changes, production feedback and post-market information, not just how they complete an initial risk table.
ISO 14971 applies to software when it is itself a medical device or forms part of one. The process should address software-related hazards, interfaces, reasonably foreseeable misuse, cybersecurity-related risks where relevant and evidence that controls are implemented and verified.
Before beginning ISO 14971 work, request the intended purpose, device description, user profiles, architecture, existing risk records, applicable markets and current development stage. Also clarify the quality system, review milestones, available subject-matter experts and whether the engagement is remote, on-site or mixed.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used ISO 14971 in their recent projects is 116 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 928 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used ISO 14971 in their recent projects, 90% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 48% hold at least a Master's degree, and 10% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used ISO 14971 in their recent projects have 24 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used ISO 14971 in their recent projects are German (100%), English (97%), and French (21%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used ISO 14971 in their recent projects are Healthcare (91%), Manufacturing (76%), and Pharmaceutical (52%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used ISO 14971 in their recent projects are Quality Assurance (97%), Project Management (88%), and Product Development (76%).
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