Ladder Logic Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used Ladder Logic
Thomas S.
Last position:
Automation Technology Lecturer at HWK Munich and Upper Bavaria
- Training professionals in PLC technology, pneumatics, control engineering, and KUKA robots
- Creating scripts for Siemens systems: STEP 5, STEP 7, TIA Portal, WinCC
- Creating scripts for pneumatics, control engineering, and KUKA robot programming
- Serving on the examination committee for quality assurance in vocational training
- Training and certifying over 500 professionals
Matthias D.
Last position:
Project Building Automation WAGO at Ingenieurbüro Dräger
- Topic: Programming of heating controls
- Client: Hoffbauer Foundation
- Requirements: Analysis of existing systems, reprogramming, commissioning, documentation
- Focus: Development of automation solutions and control systems
- Technology: Codesys 3.5
Prisca O.
Last position:
Research Assistant at Ruhr Universität Bochum, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology
- Prediction of wind speeds for wind energy systems
- Development of algorithms to predict future wind speeds based on historical weather data
- Application of statistical and machine learning methods to improve forecast accuracy
- Use of MATLAB and Python for data preprocessing, visualization, and model development
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.
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
Leonardo H.
Last position:
Founder & Managing Director at Logic-Core GmbH
Logic-Core GmbH specializes in industrial automation technology and offers tailor-made solutions and comprehensive project management from the initial idea to execution.
Custom, client-focused freelance engineering services in the field of automation technology.
Development of custom PLC programs and modern visualization systems using TIA Portal, Step 7 and WinCC Flexible.
Design, creation and optimization of electrical schematics with WS-CAD Electrix, consistently taking into account and complying with current SIL and ATEX standards.
International commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting of automation systems in the chemical, food, recycling, pharmaceutical and renewable energy industries.
Personal technical consulting, reliable customer support and extensive staff training.
Many years of cross-industry experience in commissioning complex technical systems.
Arnauld S.
Last position:
PLC Programmer/Maintenance Technician at Tiernahrung Deuerer GmbH
- Planning of automation systems
- PLC programming (Simatic S7, TIA Portal: AWL, SCL, FUP, KOP)
- Visualization of automation systems (WinCC, Sirvac, GUI)
- Commissioning of systems with various drives and sensors
- Creating and maintaining documentation and training materials
Rachid R.
Last position:
Self-employed at R&A Engineering GmbH
- Development and programming of PLC controllers and servo drives, such as TIA Portal, Siemens Step7 Classic, RSlogix/Studio5000, Unity Pro and CODESYS
- Visualization systems WinCC, FactoryTalk VIEW
- Integration of various fieldbuses into automation devices (PROFIBUS, PROFINET, DeviceNet, ControlNet, Ethernet/IP, MODBUS)
- Script programming (C# / VB.Net / VBscript / VBA)
- Selection of electrical components and systems
- Commissioning and optimization of simple to complex plants and machines
- Planning and creation of electrical schematics
- Preparation of installation plans
- Preparation of bills of materials and technical calculations
- Feasibility studies
Dursun B.
Last position:
Project Manager at Tesa
- Manufacturing machines (Tesa)
- Project manager for inventory of controls, documentation
- S5, Step7, TIA V16/17/18/19, WinCC Advanced, WinCC flexible, Office
Jörg P.
Last position:
Master Electrician at Automatisierungstechnik Jörg Putzer
- Project planning, manufacturing and programming of systems for:
- Process automation
- Control and regulation technology
- Fully and semi-automatic controls for machines and plants
- PLC programming (Siemens)
- Simatic Manager
- TIA Portal
- Risk analysis and assessment with CE certification
- Retrofit of existing machines and plants
- Programming of industrial robots
Joachim K.
Last position:
Programming and Commissioning of Test and Assembly Machines
- Programming in TIA Portal
- Visualization with WinCC
- F-CPU, Safety Integrated
- Various sensors and camera sensors
- Participated in defining the task and from design onwards
Ralph K.
Last position:
Self-Schooling
- PLC (Programmable Logic Controller)
- LD (Ladder Diagram / Ladder Logic)
- ST (Structured Text)
- CodeSys
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 Ladder Logic
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
24 years
Position duration
6 years
Positions per freelancer
13
Top business areas
Product Development, Operations, Information Technology
Top industries
Manufacturing, Automotive, Energy
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Operations, Production
Bachelor's degree or higher
90%
Master's degree or higher
50%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
85%
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 Ladder Logic
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.
Ladder Logic experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (92%)
- Automotive (54%)
- Energy (54%)
- Pharmaceutical (38%)
- Utilities (38%)
- Food and Beverage (31%)
- Aerospace and Defense (23%)
- Chemical (23%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What Ladder Logic does
Ladder Logic is a graphical programming language for programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Its contacts, coils, timers and counters represent control conditions in a format familiar to electrical and automation specialists. It is used to operate machines, conveyors, safety sequences and process equipment in real time.
Where it runs
Ladder Logic, also called Ladder Diagram or LD, is part of the IEC 61131-3 PLC programming environment. Common ecosystems include Siemens TIA Portal and STEP 7, Rockwell Studio 5000, Schneider Electric Control Expert, Mitsubishi GX Works and CODESYS. Programs often connect with HMI screens, drives, sensors, industrial networks and SCADA systems.
Typical project work
- Create sequences for packaging, assembly and material handling equipment
- Configure motor control, interlocks, alarms and emergency-stop logic
- Integrate sensors, actuators, variable-frequency drives and remote I/O
- Test PLC programs against machine requirements and acceptance criteria
- Document symbols, tags, diagnostics and maintenance procedures
When specialists are needed
Companies bring in freelance Ladder Logic specialists when a new machine needs control software, an existing line requires modernization or a plant faces recurring downtime. They can support factory acceptance tests, on-site commissioning and remote troubleshooting. In Germany, projects may involve close coordination with plant operations, equipment makers and electrical teams.
Skills around the language
Strong professionals understand more than rung logic. They read electrical schematics, map I/O, structure reusable function blocks and apply reliable fault handling. Useful adjacent skills include HMI configuration, SCADA connectivity, industrial Ethernet, Profinet, EtherNet/IP, Modbus, drive setup and safety PLC concepts. Knowledge of a specific vendor environment matters when maintaining an installed system.
What quality looks like
Good Ladder Logic work is clear, deterministic and easy to diagnose under production pressure. A capable specialist separates automatic, manual and service modes, prevents unsafe states and validates behavior against real operating conditions. Look for evidence of tested sequences, readable naming, controlled version changes, practical documentation and confident collaboration with on-site teams. Remote work is effective for code review, simulation and support, while commissioning usually requires access to the machine or plant.
Frequently asked questions
Not sure where to start with Ladder Logic? These answers cover the essentials.
Ladder Logic is used to control industrial machines and processes through a PLC. Typical applications include conveyor systems, packaging lines, pumps, robotics cells, material handling and automated production equipment.
Ladder Diagram is often easier for electrical and maintenance teams to read because its contacts and coils resemble relay circuits. Structured Text suits complex calculations and data handling, while Function Block Diagram can make reusable control functions clearer; many PLC projects combine these methods.
A strong PLC Ladder Logic specialist may work with Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, CODESYS, Schneider Electric Control Expert or Mitsubishi GX Works. The best fit depends on the installed PLC, programming standard, HMI, drives and industrial network used by the project.
LD work commonly connects with HMI design, SCADA, electrical schematics, industrial Ethernet and drive configuration. Knowledge of Profinet, EtherNet/IP, Modbus, remote I/O and machine safety can be just as important as writing the control sequence.
A Ladder Logic project needs a specialist who has handled a comparable machine type, PLC family and commissioning context. A small modification may need focused application knowledge, while a new production line calls for experience with architecture, testing, fault handling and handover.
Ladder Logic supports remote work for program design, documentation, simulation, code review and diagnostics. Commissioning, I/O checks and fault investigation may require on-site access in Germany, especially when the equipment cannot be safely tested remotely.
Ask a Ladder Logic professional to explain how they structure modes, interlocks, alarms and recovery paths. Review sample documentation, testing methods, naming conventions and their approach to changes in a live production environment.
Ladder Logic remains deeply embedded in industrial plants, machine controls and maintenance workflows. Specialists who understand its conventions can improve existing PLC systems, migrate legacy programs and work effectively with teams that need transparent, serviceable control logic.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Ladder Logic in their recent projects is 85 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 681 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Ladder Logic in their recent projects, 90% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 50% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Ladder Logic in their recent projects have 24 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 6 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Ladder Logic in their recent projects are German (100%), English (85%), and French (31%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Ladder Logic in their recent projects are Manufacturing (92%), Automotive (54%), and Energy (54%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Ladder Logic in their recent projects are Product Development (100%), Operations (85%), and Information Technology (77%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Ladder Logic
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