Machine Safety Experts in Germany
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Stephan J.
Last position:
Technical Writer at pro-beam
Technical writer at a special-purpose machine manufacturer, implementing the requirements of the EU Machinery Regulation in the technical documentation and moderating FMEAs. Role: Technical Writer and FMEA Moderator
Jörg S.
Last position:
Engineer & Founder at SchemTech
- Simulations and development of hybrid digital twins to enable deep process understanding and to support better decision-making and outcomes in industrial R&D and manufacturing.
Johannes F.
Last position:
Project Management Conveyor Technology at Amazon Deutschland Transport GmbH
Retrofit of 10 existing distribution centers with ASML (automated scan manual labelling)
Automation of conveyor technology at the induct with the goals of improving ergonomics, reducing costs, and increasing throughput
Adaptation of existing MHE (material handling equipment)
Supplier management (internal and external)
Construction site coordination
Detailed planning and execution of the implementation concept
Acceptance tests for machine safety, Machinery Directive
Planning and execution of IOQ, SWEH, SAT, Launch
Ensuring compliance with costs, deadlines, and scope
Risk management
PM coaching of the project team and suppliers
Leading multiple international teams
International communication/coordination of sites (Delivery Stations AMZL, suppliers), RME, Ops, Safety, PMO, and Quality
Methods and tools: Interim project management, project management (classic, agile, hybrid), change management, V-model, Scrum, Ozark, Chime, PtW, RightCrowd, stakeholder management, scheduling, cost planning, resource planning, controlling, conveyor technology, logistics, mechanical engineering, construction site coordination, claim management, requirements management, specifications, functional specification, supply chain management, risk management, FMEA, lessons learned, supplier management, team leadership, communication (international)
Manuel E.
Last position:
Freelance Engineer at Ingenieurbüro ED Eckhardt
- Documentation of assembly steps in a cleanroom
- Improving assembly processes and boosting efficiency, ensuring required quality targets
- Revision of existing documents like parts lists and 3D models
- Creation of data sheets and product brochures
- Preparation and archiving of documents in the Promo-Office database
- Creation of qualification and validation documents for machines in the semiconductor industry (wafer production)
- Application of GMP principles for quality management of semiconductor machines
- Conducting FMEAs to increase process safety
- Performing risk assessments using and reviewing applicable standards and guidelines
- Creating and implementing IQ and OQ qualifications
- Creating test protocols and designing test rigs
- Conducting FMEAs and risk assessments for slicer machines in the food industry
- Considering FDA requirements and checking compliance
- Creation of operating manuals, product brochures, and catalogs for a medical technology mechanical engineering company
- Creation of FMEAs and risk assessments
- Creating spare parts lists
- Creation of operating manuals according to DIN EN ISO 20607
- Performing risk assessments according to DIN EN ISO 12100:2011
- Performing the CE marking process
- Standards research and standards assessment
- Creating 2D drawings and 3D graphics like exploded views, lubrication and maintenance plans (using CAD programs)
- Creation of data sheets and catalogs
- Experience with authoring tools such as Adobe FrameMaker, Paligo, Schema ST4, and Cosima
- Experience with data management modules like weclapp, SAP, and the Promo-Office database
- Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
- Excellent skills in MS Office programs
Andreas L.
Last position:
Freelancer for Quality, Environmental and Occupational Safety Management at Freelancer
- Rheinmetall Aviation Services, Weeze, in Quality IT Design: development of quality software, consulting and coordination between Rheinmetall, Siemens and MM1 for the F35 Joint Fighter project in Weeze
- PDSL / Bentley (United Kingdom) in galvanic quality management: troubleshooting and problem solving for galvanized plastic surfaces
- Wolt (food), nationwide pre-requisite ISO22002 assessments for food storage warehouses, HACCP/hygiene consulting
Stefan H.
Last position:
Independent Freelancer in the Field of Conveyor Technology, CAD, PDM and ERP at Rexosa UG (limited liability)
Design and plant planning of conveyor systems, general mechanical engineering design, including creation of detailed 3D models and technical drawings with SolidWorks, Solid Edge and Inventor.
Development of conveyor technology concepts for industrial applications, taking into account efficiency improvements and cost optimizations (e.g., reducing production times through optimized layouts).
Interim management of design and documentation departments.
Data migration as well as implementation and customization of PDM systems (e.g., PRO.FILE, SolidWorks Enterprise PDM) and ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics NAV), including team training.
Preparation of expert reports and carrying out manufacturing inspections, including quality checks and coordination with suppliers.
Technical consulting for clients, including risk analyses and FEM calculations to ensure structural stability.
Conducting hazard analyses according to the Machinery Directive and developing safety concepts.
Technical purchasing of components, negotiating contracts and optimizing the supply chain, managing suppliers.
Eckart H.
Last position:
Founder at AREGUS Services
- Consulting for industrial companies in the area of legal compliance (EHSQ), i.e. for safety, environmental and health protection, and management topics
- Explosion protection for Bayer AG, DB Cargo (Deutsche Bahn), Siemens, H.G.S., Dehn SE, Eickhoff Maschinenfabrik and Eickhoff Gießerei
- Consulting on explosion protection
- Preparation of explosion protection documents and training of competent persons for the inspection of systems in Ex areas
- Consulting projects for Cölner Benzin Raffinerie, AECI Schirm, Aglukon, Aixtron
- EC conformity assessment procedures according to the Machinery Directive, ATEX and Low Voltage Directive (risk assessment and CE marking, machine safety)
- Fire and explosion protection for Marienhospital BOT
- Assessment of older machines at H.G.S. (CHP plants)
- EC conformity assessment procedures for REMONDIS, Josef Meissner, Huber Technology and Milag paint booths
- Consulting services on machine safety for ENGIE, Aixtron and BASF
- Consulting projects for Ruthmann aerial work platforms, Hydac and Sika
- Projects for ABA Pyrotechnik and confidential projects for the defense industry
- Project support for the new construction of hazardous substance storage and interim safety specialist for FIEGE HealthCare Logistics GmbH
- Hazardous substance management for chemical plant manufacturers, chemical companies and the sugar industry (Südzucker, Beneo Palatint)
- PAAG procedures, risk assessments and EC conformity assessment procedures for plant safety
- Coaching of safety specialists and organizational optimization at H.G.S., Aglukon, Fiege Biblis, Pentair and the University of Mainz
- Auditor for management systems (SpaEfV, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 45001, sustainability) at TÜV Nord, TÜV Saar, SGS, GUTcert, Qualidata, BerlinCert and azmZert
- Introduction of QM, EM, EnM, OSH and DP at Schäfer Shop
- Introduction of an IMS (QM, EM, OSH) at Stiga GmbH
- Redesign of the environmental management software from InPlus GmbH and consulting on the introduction of ISO 45001 at Jung Pumpen
- Quality optimization processes for Audi AG and technical process optimization at Bugatti Automobiles
- Consulting in painting processes at Weiss Automotive GmbH
- Optimization of chemical process workflows at Basista Leiterplatten GmbH and logistics and quality optimization for Audi AG at Gruppo Prima in Italy
- Interim H&S Manager for Media-Saturn Holding group and support for integrated management systems at FIEGE Unna GmbH & Co. KG
- Occupational safety at H.G.S., EVO – Energieversorgung Oberhausen AG, FIEGE Logistik Biblis GmbH, as well as external safety engineer and quality manager at IAG GmbH and WespAG
- External consultant for occupational safety and environmental protection at Köppen GmbH, various metal processing companies, Hollingsworth & Vose, ROM – Rudolf Otto Meyer and Venator
- BG-certified trainer for safety engineer training (machine safety, explosion protection, fire and explosion protection, hazardous substances)
- Speaker for specialist seminars at Haus der Technik, VCI, TÜV Nord Akademie, SGS Academy, LVQ, Akademie der Ingenieure and BBG
- Lecture on zoning in explosion protection at the University of Wuppertal
- Measurement services: WHO fiber measurements, technical measurement of inhalation exposure according to TRGS 402, mold analysis and noise measurements
- Support with approval procedures for new construction and approval of hazardous substance storage facilities and painting systems at IAG and Eickhoff Maschinenfabrik
- Development of exclusive services: near-miss reporting system software, behavior-based safety system (VBS), psychological occupational safety system, 5S (Kaizen), hazardous substance register software, data protection support
- Functional safety (PL according to DIN EN ISO 13849-1, SIL according to IEC/EN 62061 and IEC/EN 61511)
- PAAG procedures (HAZOP studies)
- Lead auditor for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001 and ISO 45001
- Measurement of airborne pollutants (TRGS 400, 402), noise measurements, health management and stress and burnout prevention
- Training: EC conformity assessment procedures/CE marking, machine safety, plant safety, functional safety, explosion protection, hazardous substances officer, fire and explosion protection, leadership seminars, PPE against falls from height, certification training for aerial work platforms, forklifts and cranes
- Talks and specialist articles from 1994 to 2024 at materials science conferences, Essen Explosion Protection Days, Bergische Universität Wuppertal, FORUM occupational safety chemistry and publications in TÜV environmental management advisor, Mikrokosmos and other trade journals
Annika K.
Last position:
HSQE Management
Wolfgang A.
Last position:
Development / Project Engineer at Arnold Automatisierungstechnik GmbH
- Project management of automation tasks
- Design as a service
- Planning and building of special machines
- Development of production machines
- Consulting in automation tasks
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Statistics of experts using Machine Safety
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
23 years
Position duration
4.7 years
Positions per freelancer
12
Top business areas
Product Development, Quality Assurance, Project Management
Top industries
Manufacturing, Education, Food and Beverage
Certification focus areas
Quality Assurance, Human Resources, Audit
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
43%
Doctorate
14%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, Hungarian
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 Machine Safety
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.
Machine Safety experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (89%)
- Education (44%)
- Food and Beverage (44%)
- Professional Services (44%)
- Automotive (33%)
- Chemical (33%)
- Healthcare (33%)
- Aerospace and Defense (22%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What Machine Safety Covers
Machine Safety protects people from hazards created by machinery, automation and production systems. It combines risk assessment, protective measures, safety-related control functions and documented validation. The work spans the full lifecycle, from concept and commissioning to modification and decommissioning.
Systems and Applications
Machine Safety is used wherever moving, cutting, pressing, heating or automated equipment can expose people to risk. Typical applications include:
- Production machines, robot cells and automated assembly lines
- Conveyor systems, packaging equipment and processing plants
- Emergency stops, guards, interlocks and safe access concepts
- Safety functions for drives, PLCs and industrial networks
Standards and Tooling
Strong practice connects machinery design with functional safety methods. Specialists work with risk assessment workflows, safety requirement specifications, validation records and tools such as SISTEMA, safety PLC environments and diagnostic coverage calculations. They also understand standards including ISO 12100, ISO 13849 and IEC 62061, applying the relevant requirements rather than treating compliance as a paperwork exercise.
When Companies Need Support
Companies often bring in freelance expertise during new machine development, plant upgrades, audits or supplier changes. External support is useful when internal teams need an independent risk review, when a safety function must be validated, or when legacy controls need to be integrated with modern automation. In Germany, projects may also require close coordination with production sites, manufacturers and testing partners.
Skills That Matter
A capable professional can translate hazards into practical technical measures without slowing down operations. Look for experience with safeguarding, safe motion, electrical documentation, control architecture, commissioning and fault analysis. The best specialists communicate clearly with mechanical, electrical and automation teams and leave traceable evidence for every safety decision.
Remote and On-Site Delivery
Much of the analysis, documentation and control review can be handled remotely through shared schematics, risk files and virtual workshops. On-site work remains valuable for observing machine access, verifying sensors and testing safety responses during commissioning. German projects may benefit from professionals comfortable with German technical documentation and collaboration across local production environments.
Frequently asked questions
The facts hiring teams ask for most often when it comes to Machine Safety.
Machine Safety is used to identify hazards and reduce the risk of injury from machinery, robots, drives and automated production equipment. It covers safeguards, safety controls, emergency functions, validation and the documentation needed to operate and modify equipment responsibly.
Machine Safety focuses on risk reduction and safety-related functions, while general automation focuses mainly on productivity, sequence control and process performance. The two areas must work together, but safety functions require separate analysis, defined performance targets and documented validation.
A strong Machine Safety specialist usually understands electrical design, PLC programming, robotics, drive technology and industrial networks. Familiarity with risk assessment, functional safety standards, commissioning and technical documentation is equally important.
The right level for Machine Safety depends on scope, hazard complexity and the lifecycle stage. A focused review of one safeguard may need a narrower specialist, while a new robot cell or connected production line calls for someone who can lead risk assessment, design, validation and stakeholder coordination.
Machine Safety analysis, documentation and design reviews can often be completed remotely using drawings, risk files and virtual workshops. On-site access in Germany is usually valuable for machine inspection, commissioning, measurements and testing the actual response of protective devices.
On-site work is especially important when Machine Safety depends on real access paths, operator behavior, sensor placement or stopping distances. It is also useful during commissioning, acceptance testing, troubleshooting and validation of safety functions under operating conditions.
Ask how the Machine Safety expert turns identified hazards into measurable safety requirements and validated protective measures. Review examples of risk assessments, safety circuits, test records and clear documentation, and check whether the person can explain trade-offs to both technical and production teams.
Before accepting a Machine Safety assignment, clarify the machine scope, applicable standards, available documentation, site access and responsibility for validation. Also establish whether the work covers concept design, an existing installation, supplier coordination, commissioning or an independent assessment.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Machine Safety in their recent projects is 93 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 740 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Machine Safety in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 43% hold at least a Master's degree, and 14% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Machine Safety in their recent projects have 23 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 Machine Safety in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Hungarian (11%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Machine Safety in their recent projects are Manufacturing (89%), Education (44%), and Food and Beverage (44%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Machine Safety in their recent projects are Product Development (89%), Quality Assurance (78%), and Project Management (67%).
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