LS-DYNA Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used LS-DYNA
Chenchen C.
Last position:
Patent Engineer (European patent attorney candidate) at Vossius & Partner
- Patent application: European patent drafting and prosecution
- LLM practicing: Developed LLM-based tools for automated patent data retrieval, applying Python scripting to accelerate technical reviews.
Raghu Ram V.
Last position:
Telco Customer Churn Prediction – End-to-End ML Pipeline at Self-Initiated Project
- Designed and implemented a full machine learning pipeline for churn prediction using the Telco dataset.
- Applied preprocessing techniques including missing value handling, categorical encoding, feature scaling, and PCA.
- Built and compared over 15 models (logistic regression, random forest, XGBoost, etc.) and evaluated them using accuracy, precision, recall, F1 score, ROC AUC, and PR AUC.
- Tuned hyperparameters with GridSearchCV, achieving 80.6% accuracy with random forest and XGBoost.
- Created visual reports (bar plots, heatmaps, radar charts) to interpret model performance and churn drivers.
- Exported reusable pipelines and trained models with joblib for deployment.
Michael S.
Last position:
Interim Manager – Technical Project Management at Abbott Automation Solution GmbH
- Product adaptations and new developments according to FDA guidelines
- PLM for modules and accessories in coordination with product management
- Leading the cross-functional team
- Preparation for the market launch in the USA
- Leading new product developments in hardware and software
- Quality improvement measures
Ali A.
Last position:
Intern at Institute of Metal Forming (IBF), RWTH Aachen University
- Conducted FEM-driven analysis on tensile and cold-rolling pre-strains in advanced high-strength structural steels to optimize material performance under cyclic environmental loads.
- Correlated FEM results with metallography (XRD, TEM, SEM) to connect processing parameters to mechanical performance, supporting cross-functional team objectives.
Florian W.
Last position:
Managing Director and Independent Engineering Service Provider at Wirth Engineering GmbH
- Engineering and consulting in the areas of simulation, manufacturing technology, and mechanical and plant engineering.
Konstantin P.
Last position:
Development Engineer at Jungheinrich AG
- General development and design topics
- Design of all components made of metal or plastic
- Changes to existing components, assemblies and drawings
- Drawing creation
- Data maintenance in SAP
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Statistics of experts using LS-DYNA
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
18 years
Position duration
2.3 years
Positions per freelancer
8
Top business areas
Product Development, Research and Development, Information Technology
Top industries
Manufacturing, Automotive, Education
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
83%
Doctorate
33%
Certifications per freelancer
1
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
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 LS-DYNA
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.
LS-DYNA experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (83%)
- Automotive (67%)
- Education (50%)
- Aerospace and Defense (33%)
- Energy (33%)
- Food and Beverage (33%)
- Banking and Finance (17%)
- Healthcare (17%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Crash simulation
LS-DYNA is used for explicit finite element analysis where impact, contact, and severe deformation matter. Teams use it to study crashes, pedestrian protection, drop events, and other fast load cases before hardware is built.
Typical projects
- Vehicle crashworthiness and occupant safety studies
- Metal forming, stamping, and springback analysis
- Impact, penetration, and drop test simulation
- Composite and plastic part behavior under load
Ecosystem
LS-DYNA work often includes pre- and post-processing in LS-PrePost, HyperMesh, ANSA, or similar tools. Strong specialists know material models, contact definitions, mesh quality, and solver setup for stable runs.
When to bring in help
Companies call in freelance LS-DYNA specialists when a model is unstable, results do not match test data, or a deadline is tight. In Germany, this often fits OEM, supplier, and engineering-service work that needs short, focused support and clear documentation.
What strong specialists do
Good professionals do more than run a solver. They set up the right elements, materials, boundary conditions, and contact pairs, then check energy balance, timestep behavior, and result plausibility. They also explain assumptions in plain language.
What to look for
- Experience with explicit dynamics and non-linear behavior
- Careful model validation against test or benchmark data
- Clear reporting for engineering and design teams
- Practical knowledge of LSTC, LS-DYNA, and ANSYS LS-DYNA workflows
Frequently asked questions
The facts hiring teams ask for most often when it comes to LS-DYNA.
LS-DYNA is used for explicit finite element simulations where impact, crash, and large deformation need to be understood. It is common in vehicle safety, drop tests, forming studies, and other short-duration load cases. Teams use it to predict behavior before building costly prototypes.
LS-DYNA is often chosen for highly non-linear, fast events with complex contact and material failure. Abaqus and Ansys Mechanical can overlap with parts of that work, but LS-DYNA is especially known for crash, impact, and forming simulations. The right choice depends on the physics, not the brand.
A strong LS-DYNA specialist should also understand finite element modeling, material laws, contact definitions, and result validation. Skills in pre- and post-processing tools such as LS-PrePost, HyperMesh, or ANSA are valuable. Knowledge of test correlation is often just as important as solver use.
A LS-DYNA freelancer can often start with the part geometry, load case, target outputs, and available test data. The more detail on materials, connections, and boundary conditions, the better the model setup will be. Clear success criteria help avoid wasted iterations.
Yes, LS-DYNA work is often done remotely because the model, solver setup, and post-processing can be shared digitally. On-site time can still help when measurements, test rigs, or cross-team reviews are involved. In Germany, many projects use a mix of remote analysis and local coordination.
Look for LS-DYNA specialists who can explain why their model is built a certain way, not just show colorful plots. Good signs are stable contact handling, sensible mesh choices, and results that are checked against physical tests or engineering expectations. Clear assumptions and readable reports matter too.
LS-DYNA was originally associated with Livermore Software Technology Corporation, or LSTC, so some searchers still use that name. Others refer to ANSYS LS-DYNA because of the current vendor context. The solver and the engineering work around it remain the main focus.
No, LS-DYNA is widely used in automotive safety, but it also appears in aerospace, industrial equipment, defense, packaging, and forming work. Any project with impact, contact, failure, or strong non-linear behavior can benefit from it. The key is a clear physical problem, not a specific industry.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used LS-DYNA in their recent projects is 83 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 665 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used LS-DYNA in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 83% hold at least a Master's degree, and 33% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used LS-DYNA in their recent projects have 18 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used LS-DYNA in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (33%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used LS-DYNA in their recent projects are Manufacturing (83%), Automotive (67%), and Education (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used LS-DYNA in their recent projects are Product Development (100%), Research and Development (100%), and Information Technology (67%).
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