Printed Circuit Board Experts in Berlin
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Berlin, who have recently used Printed Circuit Board
Valentin Reuter
Last position:
Freelance Hardware Development Engineer at Swarm Biotactics
PCB design with Altium, MCU Programming, Prototyping
Peter Kortmann
Last position:
Hardware and Software Developer / Project Manager at Anonymer Kunde
- Development of control units for the automotive industry incl. embedded software
- CAN bus, Vector Tools, CANoe
- Support of the development process according to ISO 26262
- Ensuring cyber security standards:
- Key exchange (PKI) between vehicle and control units
- Hardware Security Module (HSM)
- Communication with external service providers (international)
- Development (PCB) of measuring adapters, statistical analysis of sensors
- IoT and embedded software development, backend administration
Anuja Chandran
Last position:
Embedded Software Engineer at Digital Core Technology
- Designed and implemented embedded firmware in C/C++ for ARM-based microcontrollers and SoCs (STM32, NXP, Infineon)
- Worked across bare-metal, FreeRTOS, and Embedded Linux environments, contributing to BSP-level functionality, driver bring-up, and system integration
- Built, configured, and validated Embedded Linux systems using Yocto, including image build, boot validation, and runtime debugging
- Developed and executed unit, integration, and system-level tests, including HIL and SIL test scenarios on real hardware and simulated environments
- Created Python and Bash scripts to automate build, test execution, simulation runs, and reporting within CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI)
- Designed test cases from software and system-level requirements, covering normal operation, edge cases, and failure scenarios
- Performed low-level debugging using JTAG/GDB, analyzing boot issues, timing problems, interrupts, and peripheral behavior
- Developed and validated communication interfaces including UART, SPI, I2C, CAN using logs and external measurement tools
- Used simulation and virtual test environments to validate software behavior prior to hardware availability
- Read and interpreted hardware schematics to understand signal routing, pin multiplexing, and peripheral connections
- Supported PCB design and review activities using Altium tool, assisting with component selection, pin mapping, and bring-up readiness
- Collaborated with cross-functional hardware, firmware, and system teams to clarify requirements, document assumptions, and improve overall test coverage
- Developed web interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (ES6) and basic REST API development with Node.js
- Experience testing web applications and building UI automation frameworks using Selenium WebDriver
Mostafa Solaiman
Last position:
Embedded Firmware Engineer at Esko-Graphics Imaging GmbH
- FPGA code conversion from AHDL to Verilog and SystemVerilog (Altera Cyclone)
- IDE: Intel Quartus Prime (Altera)
- Code simulation: QuestaSim
- Timing analysis
Varsha Sehrawat
Last position:
Embedded Engineer (Working Student) at Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH
- Proficient in using JIRA for sprint planning, bug reporting, and task management.
- Modified and enhanced embedded C/C++ firmware code on STM32, ESP32 and ARM-based MCUs and SoCs.
- Debugged and fixed embedded software issues; managed code with Git/GitLab (commits, merge requests, reviews).
- Created and maintained test cases and test plans using Testmo.
- Debugged and validated firmware builds; provided detailed bug reports.
- Executed manual tests across development stages.
- Familiar with RTOS concepts and implementation, including task scheduling and interprocess communication for real-time embedded systems.
- Managed planning and execution of acceptance and regression testing.
- Supported mobile app and system-level testing for audio streaming device.
- Tested communication protocols (HTTP, I2C, SPI, UART) and API interactions.
- Used terminal tools and SSH to debug embedded Linux systems.
Talat Göktuğ Dere
Last position:
Embedded C/C++ Software & Hardware Design Engineer at Fotoniks Military Electro-Optic Systems
- Designed power PCBs, analog video boards, custom Linux-based embedded systems, and NATO-compliant electronics.
- Developed ARM C/C++ firmware for communication and real-time control.
- Implemented UART, SPI, I²C, PWM, ADC, Ethernet and CAN drivers, along with timing-critical modules.
- Optimized layouts for SI, EMI/EMC, protection and thermal performance.
- Contributed to AI-assisted signal processing and target tracking via Linux embedded preprocessing.
Sanket Thakur
Last position:
Master of Engineering: Information and Electrical Engineering at Hochschule Wismar
Nejc Likar
Last position:
Co-founder, Manager and Instructor at Kalamata Freedivers
- Used engineering knowledge to design motorized safety systems for freediving
- Built a website and custom CRM
- Designed corporate identity
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Statistics of experts using Printed Circuit Board
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
15 years (Germany: 19 years)
Position duration
2.6 years (Germany: 3.7 years)
Positions per freelancer
12 (Germany: 11)
Top business areas
Product Development, Information Technology, Research and Development
Top industries
Information Technology, Manufacturing, Healthcare
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Bachelor's degree or higher
100% (Germany: 90%)
Master's degree or higher
100% (Germany: 72%)
Doctorate
25% (Germany: 8%)
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
English, German, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100% (Germany: 97%)
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Berlin 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 Berlin using Printed Circuit Board
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 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the technology
PCB basics
Printed Circuit Board, or PCB, work turns an electrical design into a physical board that can carry signals, power, and components. Strong specialists handle the full path from schematic intent to manufacturable layout, with attention to stack-up, placement, routing, and assembly constraints.
What they deliver
- PCB layout for prototypes and production runs
- Footprint and symbol checks against real parts
- Layer stack-up and impedance-aware routing
- DFM and DFA review before fabrication
- Documentation for assembly and test
Tools and workflow
PCB experts usually work with ECAD tools, library management, and supplier data for components and boards. They also coordinate with mechanical constraints, signal integrity needs, and manufacturing notes so the final board can be built without late surprises.
When companies bring them in
Teams often need freelance support when a design is blocked by dense routing, unstable prototypes, or a missing in-house PCB specialist. In Berlin, this is common for hardware startups, industrial products, and lab equipment teams that need fast collaboration in English and clear handoff to local or remote manufacturing partners.
What good specialists do
A strong PCB professional thinks beyond traces on a page. They balance electrical performance, board size, assembly yield, thermal behavior, connector access, and testability, then document choices so others can pick up the design cleanly.
Berlin hiring fit
Berlin companies often want specialists who can join existing hardware teams, review legacy boards, or clean up designs before fabrication. Freelancers can work remotely for most layout and review tasks, while on-site sessions help with lab bring-up, board debug, and closer coordination with mechanical or firmware experts.
Frequently asked questions
Need clarity? These are the questions we hear most often about Printed Circuit Board.
A Printed Circuit Board provides the physical base for electronic products. It connects components, routes signals and power, and supports assembly in devices such as controllers, sensors, power units, and communication hardware. Good PCB work also makes testing, repair, and production more reliable.
Not exactly. PCB means the physical board itself, while PCB design is the work of turning an electrical idea into a manufacturable board layout. When companies hire a specialist, they usually want support with placement, routing, library checks, and production-ready files.
A company should bring in a Printed Circuit Board freelancer when an internal team lacks layout capacity or needs a fresh review before fabrication. It is especially useful when a prototype must be improved, a dense board needs cleaner routing, or a legacy design has to be updated for new parts.
A strong PCB specialist usually works with ECAD tools, component libraries, and fabrication output files. Useful adjacent skills include schematic review, signal integrity basics, thermal thinking, and close communication with mechanical and firmware experts.
A Printed Circuit Board is better when a design needs repeatability, compact size, and production readiness. Breadboards and hand wiring are useful for early tests, but they do not give the same stability, density, or manufacturing flow as a proper PCB.
Yes. Much Printed Circuit Board layout, review, and documentation work can be done remotely with shared files and clear review cycles. On-site time in Berlin can still help when teams need board bring-up, lab debugging, or fast decisions with hardware, firmware, and mechanical specialists in the same room.
Look for evidence of clean layouts, sensible layer choices, and clear notes about design trade-offs. A strong PCB professional asks about manufacturing limits, assembly method, test access, and part availability before routing begins. Good judgment shows up in the details, not in flashy visuals.
Freelancers should be ready to read schematics, understand board stack-ups, and communicate early when a requirement is risky. For Printed Circuit Board projects, it also helps to know how fabrication, assembly, and test flow affect the final layout so the design can move smoothly into production.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Printed Circuit Board in their recent projects is 83 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 667 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Printed Circuit Board in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 100% hold at least a Master's degree, and 25% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Printed Circuit Board in their recent projects have 15 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.6 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Printed Circuit Board in their recent projects are English (100%), German (88%), and Spanish (25%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Printed Circuit Board in their recent projects are Information Technology (88%), Manufacturing (75%), and Healthcare (63%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Printed Circuit Board in their recent projects are Product Development (100%), Information Technology (75%), and Research and Development (75%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Printed Circuit Board
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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