KNX Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used KNX
Jürgen K.
Last position:
Project Management and System Architecture at 3E-motion Ventures GmbH
- Managed and developed the system architecture for the INEOS Grenadier model year 2028/29, ensuring interaction of all E/E system components according to GB/T 32960.
- Developed a product reference model for the entire E/E system of the vehicle.
- Coordinated requirements for Battery Management Systems (BMS) between OEM and suppliers at SYS.1 and SYS.2 levels for VW and Porsche.
- Created and aligned requirements for BMS fan control and OBD within Polarion.
- Developed a secure system architecture for steer-by-wire systems, including ECU hardware, software, and communication.
- Integrated various process design approaches from CARIAD, including SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework), FUSE/FAME, and RFLP, with ASPICE requirements.
- Created a process model in ESCAPE mapping essential components of SAFe onto ASPICE.
- Served as Lead Architect for electric drive development, focusing on parklock and cooling and lubrication functions for Mercedes AMG.
- Analyzed requirements in Integrity and developed functional models in UML using Enterprise Architect.
- Developed generic models for parklock and cooling functions, including sequence diagrams and a navigation model for the overall project.
Dirk B.
Last position:
Segment Manager Gastronomy / Club / Lounge at MAWA Design GmbH
- Management of segment gastronomy, club and lounge lighting solutions
- Professional competence in project management and coordination
- Budget and sales increase
Blaise-Vincent D.
Last position:
Technical Project Manager at DBIT GmbH
- Managed technical projects for passenger information systems in rail vehicles
- Managed project and requirements management and efficient use of resources
- Created cost plans and conducted risk assessments
- Coordinated staff management
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.
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
Renke G.
Last position:
Cloud Architect at Open Knowledge GmbH
- Planning the cloud architecture
- Concept and design of the CI/CD pipeline and infrastructure as code
- Advising on selecting the necessary tools
- Advising and designing the cloud-native application
Ulrich L.
Last position:
Self-employed at ETL UG (haftungsbeschränkt)
- Electrical installation (planning distribution cabinets with and without KNX equipment)
- System integration
- Electrical design
Christoph M.
Last position:
Independent Managing Consultant at UGG Unsere Grüne Glasfaser
- PMO for multi dwelling units product implementation
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Statistics of experts using KNX
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
28 years
Position duration
4 years
Positions per freelancer
10
Top business areas
Operations, Product Development, Project Management
Top industries
Manufacturing, Information Technology, Transportation
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Operations, Production
Bachelor's degree or higher
83%
Master's degree or higher
17%
Certifications per freelancer
1
Most common languages
German, English, Dutch
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 KNX
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.
KNX 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%)
- Information Technology (63%)
- Transportation (50%)
- Professional Services (50%)
- Automotive (38%)
- Construction (38%)
- Energy (38%)
- Utilities (38%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What KNX is
KNX is an open standard for building automation. It connects lighting, blinds, heating, ventilation, energy management and access control through a shared communication system. KNX installations can run in homes, offices, hotels, schools and industrial facilities, with devices from many manufacturers working within one ecosystem.
Typical applications
KNX specialists configure intelligent functions that improve comfort, control and energy use across a building.
- Lighting scenes, presence control and daylight-dependent switching
- Heating, cooling, ventilation and room climate automation
- Shading, façade control and weather-based responses
- Access control, visualization and centralized building monitoring
- Energy metering, load management and integration with renewable systems
Ecosystem and tools
The core workflow usually involves ETS for project design, device addressing, parameterization and commissioning. Professionals work with KNX TP, KNX IP and, where appropriate, radio-based communication, while connecting gateways to systems such as DALI, Modbus, BACnet, MQTT or visualization platforms. Strong documentation is essential for handover and later maintenance.
When companies need support
Companies bring in freelance KNX expertise when a new building requires a complete automation concept, when an existing installation needs modernization, or when several trades and protocols must work together. Germany-based projects may also benefit from on-site commissioning, while planning, parameterization reviews and documentation can often be handled remotely. Clear coordination with local installation teams keeps site work efficient.
- A KNX project lacks a consistent topology or naming scheme
- Devices from different vendors do not communicate as expected
- HVAC, lighting or shading logic needs testing and refinement
- A handover requires complete ETS files and readable documentation
What strong professionals bring
Good KNX professionals understand more than device configuration. They translate operational requirements into robust group addresses, sensible functions and maintainable logic. They test failure scenarios, verify bus communication, protect access to IP interfaces and explain the system clearly to facility teams. Experience with German-speaking stakeholders can help when site coordination and acceptance depend on precise communication.
Choosing the right specialist
Review comparable building automation work, the person’s approach to ETS documentation and their familiarity with the required protocols. Ask how they handle commissioning, diagnostics, backups and changes after handover. A capable specialist defines responsibilities early, records assumptions and leaves a system that another qualified professional can understand and maintain.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about KNX? Start with the answers below.
KNX connects and coordinates building functions such as lighting, shading, heating, ventilation, access control and energy monitoring. Companies use it to create central or distributed automation that can be expanded as the building changes.
KNX is commonly selected for room and building control with a broad multi-vendor device ecosystem. BACnet is often stronger for supervisory building management and large HVAC installations, while proprietary systems may offer tighter vendor integration but less flexibility across manufacturers.
A strong KNX specialist may also understand ETS, KNX IP, DALI, Modbus, BACnet, MQTT, network configuration and HVAC control concepts. Experience with electrical plans, commissioning, visualization and structured documentation is useful when the work spans several disciplines.
The right level depends on the scope. A parameterization update may need focused configuration expertise, while a new commercial building calls for a professional who can design topology, coordinate interfaces, commission devices and manage handover documentation.
KNX planning, ETS preparation, logic reviews and documentation can often be completed remotely. Physical wiring checks, device commissioning and troubleshooting usually require access to the site, so companies should define which tasks need an on-site presence in Germany.
Ask for examples of comparable installations and review how the professional structures group addresses, backups and project documentation. It is also useful to discuss commissioning methods, fault diagnosis and coordination with electrical and HVAC teams.
A typical KNX engagement may produce an automation concept, topology plan, group address structure, ETS project file, parameter settings and test records. Depending on the assignment, it can also include visualization configuration, interface documentation, as-built records and handover guidance.
A KNX professional should use consistent naming, clear group address conventions and documented device parameters. Regular backups, readable comments, tested fallback behavior and a structured handover make future changes safer and reduce dependence on the original specialist.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used KNX in their recent projects is 101 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 806 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used KNX in their recent projects, 83% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 17% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used KNX in their recent projects have 28 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 4 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used KNX in their recent projects are German (100%), English (88%), and Dutch (25%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used KNX in their recent projects are Manufacturing (88%), Information Technology (63%), and Transportation (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used KNX in their recent projects are Operations (88%), Product Development (88%), and Project Management (88%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used KNX
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.
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