Process Engineering Expert
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Katarzyna G.
Last position:
Interim Financial Accountant / Accounts Payable at Consulting for an alcoholic beverage manufacturer
- Supported monthly and annual closing activities
- Checked incoming invoices for formal and factual accuracy
- Posted incoming invoices
- Contact person for internal departments on accounting matters
- Created and maintained vendor master data
- Processed open items
- Took on additional accounting-related special tasks
- Managed the functional mailbox
- Performed payment runs
Training and knowledge transfer – Accounts Payable:
In addition to the tasks above, I was responsible for training and transferring knowledge to 8 employees of an external service provider in India who took over the accounts payable activities:
- Conducted structured training and practical guidance throughout the accounts payable process
- Trained employees in checking and posting incoming invoices, including formal and factual checks
- Taught vendor master data maintenance, open-item processing and payment runs
- Trained employees in using the functional mailbox and communicating effectively with internal departments
- Explained accounting procedures, controls and company-specific accounts payable requirements
- Conducted “Training on the Job” using practical posting cases and real business transactions
- Supported the team in independently carrying out accounts payable processes and resolving accounting questions
- Checked the quality and accuracy of work results and provided continuous feedback and coaching
- Supported the transfer of accounts payable processes to the external service provider and ensured structured knowledge transfer and an orderly handover
- Supported a smooth transition by documenting processes, clarifying responsibilities and ensuring consistent application of accounting requirements
Software: JDE, ELO, SAP Concur
Volker W.
Last position:
Analyst – Platform Optimization at TradingView ProRealtime
Programming custom indicators with ProBuilder (for the ProRealTime platform)
6 months at RCP - Rabe Academy (basics - trading account - TWS Interactive Brokers) Focus: ETH price history - NVIDIA stock (NASDAQ and CBOE)
- 500 hours total (TradingView & ProRealTime), including approx. 1,500 hours of tick data analysis using ProRealTime
Systematic market analysis, development of custom indicators, pattern recognition.
Normann G.
Last position:
Managing Director / Technology & AI Consultant at Omnia Kassel UG
Managing Director | Omnia Kassel UG
Corporate management, international business development, technology and innovation management
Corporate management and international business development: Strategic and operational management of a technology-oriented consulting company. International B2B business development, development of new business areas, and establishment and maintenance of industrial, technology, and procurement partnerships.
Technology and innovation management: Identification and evaluation of new technologies with regard to technical feasibility, commercial potential, and practical applications. Development of innovative business models, technology transfer, and support for demanding innovation projects.
Development and project management: Design, planning, and management of technical development, procurement, and customer projects. Technical specifications, international supplier selection, coordination of external development partners, and evaluation and implementation of customer-specific solutions.
AI research, systems development, and technology evaluation: Early recognition of the fundamental technological change brought about by generative AI. For around four years, self-initiated, almost daily intensive research, development, and testing work with leading language models, multimodal AI systems, and different model generations. Independent design and testing of around 200 complex AI workflows, multi-agent methods, and book, proposal, and evaluation agents.
AI-supported customer projects and multimodal production: Practical implementation of proprietary and confidential customer assignments in technical design, project development, proposal preparation, specialist texts, and comprehensive documentation. Development and production of texts, images, animations, videos, speech, and avatar applications. A total of around 750 productive work results from various AI-supported projects.
AI quality assurance, process development, and efficiency improvement: Development of multi-stage, cross-model testing and correction procedures with source comparison, independent review, and systematic error analysis. In own task-specific comparative measurements, reduced selected processing times from eight hours to one hour and improved measured accuracy from about 95 % to up to 99 %. Transfer of the findings into productive work processes and commercially usable customer solutions.
Project-based activity and availability: The entrepreneurial activities are organized on a project basis and are not connected with permanent full-time operational utilization. Therefore, there is substantial time available for external consulting, development, and management assignments, including projects with a high workload.
Michael T.
Last position:
Advisor at AI Governance & Evaluation Advisory
- Advisor on AI readiness and evaluation structures for enterprise-level adoption in finance and technology contexts
- Developed rubric-based evaluation frameworks assessing reasoning quality, factual reliability, and compliance alignment of AI models
- Embedded human-in-the-loop oversight and reporting standards
Nico H.
Last position:
Project Manager Engineering/CapEx/Process Engineering at Sanofi
- Planning, URS/requirements and stakeholder management for a new QC building Greenfield 4000 m²
- Project implementation
Roland S.
Last position:
Aerosol Generator Technology – Industrialization Partnerships
Aerosol Generator Technology – Industrialization Partnerships
Engaged by a former technology partner to identify and approach potential partners for further industrialization and commercialization of its vibrating membrane nebulizer aerosol generator technology.
Ronald F.
Last position:
Senior IT Consultant – Requirement Engineer at Deutsche Bank - Strivion
Methodology: Agile project management
Goal: Digitization and implementation of CCD2 requirements within the Consumer Finance systems.
Analysis, identification, and assessment of business requirements, as well as their transfer into technical implementation requirements. Coordination and status reporting of the various requirements. Documentation and process management using UML and BMPN. Cross-functional stakeholder management, UAT testing, data management, API architecture management.
Tools: Jira, Confluence, Visual Code, Sql Developer, Enterprise Architect, MsOffice, Bruno, ALM, Camunda, Figma
Anneliese S.
Last position:
Consultant at Global Trust Impact Capital
- M&A advisory
- Strategic deal support
- Impact investments
Ammar A.
Last position:
Catalyst Track at beVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship
- Developing an industrial wastewater-to-resource venture — environmental compliance plus resource recovery and circular business models for SMEs
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.
Jochen G.
Last position:
Senior Specialist Software Compliance at Inter Versicherung
- Designing processes for implementing regulatory IT requirements (VAIT, BAIT, DORA, MaGo) and establishing them within the IT organization
- Monitoring the execution of these processes, quality assurance and adaptation to new requirements
- Support and coordination of the annual audit regarding regulatory IT requirements (PwC)
- ITK governance
- Software lifecycle management
- Documentation and control of the IDV development process
- Process support and policy creation when setting up test management with regard to DORA and VAIT
- Policy creation for IAM processes
- Tools/Applications: ServiceNow, Confluence, Jira, M365, Loop, Connect, Omada
Christian M.
Last position:
Interim advisor / coach / facilitator
COO/CFO, CRO, multi-site operations manager, advisor, task force, PMO, SCRUM master and agile coach
Technical/commercial operations lead with P&L responsibility
Operations, supply chain, services, sourcing, OPEX, digitalization, IT, engineering, quality, governance
Interim multi-site operations management, insolvency management, financial management/CFO, commercial management/sales
Enterprise lean transformation and digitalization
Agile networks strategy for global operations
Industrialization: process management, reporting and KPI matrix
Agile workforce organization: structures and processes
Head of PMO – agile transformation and digital squad manager
Launch management / ramp up / NPDI
Project and performance management system (Hoshin/TGROW)
SCRUM master leadership and project engagements
Qualification programs: Lean / Six Sigma / agile methods
Data analytics and business intelligence market data analytics
Value creation / buy & build / M&A management
Various private-equity engagements
Operational management / SCM
Restructuring / transformation
Operational excellence / Lean
Performance management
Experience with Deloitte Consulting and BCG
Industrial experience in healthcare services, pharma/biotech, medical devices, manufacturing/electronic, automotive OEM/tier x, manufacturing automation, IT services/digitalization
Private-equity related work with firms including Aurelius, Rank, 3i, Emeran, Advent, TA Associates, Cinven, TPG, Duke Street, Dubag, Wellington Partners, Bridgepoint, Barclays Private Equity, Arques, BC Partners, CVC, KPS Capital, KKR, EQT, Astorg
Clients and engagements with Fresenius (Fresenius Medical Care, Kabi), Thermo Fisher Scientific, Philips, Danaher, MediGlobe, Roche, Boehringer, Cinfa Biotech, 3M, Qiagen, Stada, Pfizer, Sanofi, Catalent, Aenova, Recipharm, Elanco, Suez, Ametek, Syntegon, Magna, Demmel, Faurecia, Kongsberg, Bosch, Continental, Räuchle, WAFA, Lufthansa
Education: MBA, City University (USA); Dipl. Ingenieur Environmental and Process Technology
Certifications: Six Sigma Master Black Belt and Lean Manager (Toyota); Change Manager and performance coach TGROW; Prince 2 and OKR Master; Regulatory affairs / GxP manager
Languages: German – mother tongue; English – business fluent
International work experience across Asia (especially China, Japan and Singapore), USA, Western and Eastern Europe
Jovan J.
Last position:
CSV Manager, Technical Engineering at CureVac Printer GmbH
- Assist with the development of system requirements and specifications to ensure requirements are testable and 21 CFR Part 11 requirements are met
- Coach implementation teams in the proper execution of validation documents
- Evaluate proposed changes to validated computer systems and recommend level of validation activities required
- Coordinate audits of internal computer systems validation activities, protocols and procedures, and prepare responses
- Identify and qualify all computer systems impacting cGMP operations using a risk-based methodology
- Develop CFR Part 11 computer systems validation plans, qualification test protocols, traceability matrices, reports, IQ/OQ protocols and all deliverables within the scope of the validation plan
- Develop and maintain test plans, test scripts and user acceptance tests and manage their execution
- Act as CSV lead for all validation projects and execute or oversee validation plans and documents
- Perform project management activities for the CSV process within the scope of system projects
- Work with project manager to include validation activities in implementation timelines
- Manage internal CSV resources to facilitate completion of qualification activities
- Ensure initiation, preparation and closeout of all CSV-related deviations, discrepancies and change control documents
- Work closely with Validation Manager and QA Compliance to ensure appropriate validation of cGMP computer systems
- Conduct or facilitate validation and 21 CFR Part 11 training
Andreas H.
Last position:
Paint Department Manager at Montaplast GmbH
- Disciplinary and technical leadership of the paint production area with series production, polishing and rework, surface technology, robot application technology, and paint line technology
- Weekly reporting of key figures such as overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), machine utilization, setup times, scrap/rework rate, productivity per employee, and absence rate
- Ensuring the availability of personnel, material, equipment, and paint systems
- Continuous development of employees, processes, standards, and the organizational structure
- Implementation and establishment of lean management principles for waste-free production and continuous improvement process (CIP)
- Planning and implementation of investments as well as budget responsibility
- Targeted project coordination through to successful completion
- Derivation and implementation of annual goals as well as individual target agreements with employees
- Fulfillment of employer duties with regard to occupational, environmental, and health protection
Andrea C.
Last position:
Founder at SCM Forward
- Consulting project. Member of Program Management Office leading the turnaround of a EUR 5 bil engineering Group, responsible for Indirect Spend reduction and targeting EUR 60 mil savings across 10+ spend categories
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Statistics of experts using Process Engineering
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
26 years
Position duration
4.6 years
Positions per freelancer
12
Top business areas
Project Management, Quality Assurance, Operations
Top industries
Manufacturing, Automotive, Professional Services
Certification focus areas
Quality Assurance, Operations, Information Technology
Bachelor's degree or higher
93%
Master's degree or higher
60%
Doctorate
12%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
93%
Based on our profile pool as of 16 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this technology are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows the share of experts charging within that range.
Average rates of experts using Process Engineering
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 16 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Process Engineering experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (84%)
- Automotive (46%)
- Professional Services (41%)
- Chemical (39%)
- Energy (30%)
- Pharmaceutical (30%)
- Information Technology (29%)
- Education (21%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What Process Engineering Covers
Process Engineering turns raw materials, energy and operating requirements into safe, repeatable production systems. It covers process design, equipment selection, material and energy balances, control concepts, commissioning and continuous improvement. The discipline connects scientific principles with practical plant performance.
Typical Deliverables
Process engineering work appears in new facilities, plant expansions, product transfers and operational improvement programmes. Experts may deliver:
- Process flow diagrams and piping and instrumentation diagrams
- Mass and energy balances, equipment specifications and utility plans
- Process simulations, design calculations and operating envelopes
- Hazard reviews, commissioning plans and production documentation
Methods and Tooling
The ecosystem includes process simulation and modelling tools such as Aspen HYSYS, Aspen Plus, gPROMS and DWSIM. Specialists also work with PFD and P&ID standards, control systems, data historians and maintenance platforms. Strong documentation and disciplined version control keep process assumptions traceable from concept through operation.
Where Companies Use It
Process Engineering supports chemical and pharmaceutical production, food and beverage plants, water treatment, oil and gas, batteries, semiconductors and renewable energy systems. Companies use it to scale a laboratory method, reduce waste, improve throughput, manage changing feedstocks or prepare a facility for automation. The work must fit the physical plant, its operators and its compliance requirements.
When Freelance Support Helps
External expertise is useful when a project needs a specialist viewpoint without adding permanent capacity. Common signals include:
- A new process needs a defensible design basis
- Existing production has unstable quality, yield or capacity
- Equipment changes require updated process documentation
- A plant needs support during commissioning or technology transfer
What Strong Experts Bring
Effective professionals combine thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer with practical knowledge of equipment, instrumentation and control. They clarify assumptions, test models against operating data and explain trade-offs to production, maintenance and safety teams. Look for experience with comparable process conditions, clear deliverables and a record of resolving issues from design through plant operation.
Frequently asked questions
Before you brief your next project: the most common questions about Process Engineering.
Process Engineering is used to design, scale, operate and improve industrial production systems. It covers the flow of materials and energy, equipment sizing, process control, safety reviews and plant performance. A freelancer may support a project from early concept through commissioning and optimisation.
Process Engineering focuses on how a complete production process works as a system. Chemical engineering supplies much of its scientific foundation, while mechanical engineering often concentrates on equipment and physical machinery. In practice, the disciplines overlap, so a strong specialist should coordinate effectively with equipment, automation and civil teams.
A capable Process Engineering specialist often brings process simulation, PFD and P&ID development, equipment specification and control-system knowledge. Depending on the project, useful adjacent skills include HAZOP facilitation, commissioning, data analysis, regulatory documentation and project coordination.
The right level for Process Engineering work depends on risk, plant complexity and project phase. A focused modelling or documentation task may suit a specialist with a narrow technical scope, while a new facility or hazardous process calls for someone who has led comparable design and commissioning work. Assess the required decisions, not only the project label.
Much of Process Engineering can be completed remotely, including modelling, calculations, document reviews and design workshops. Site visits are often valuable for surveys, commissioning, troubleshooting and operator discussions. Agree early on access to plant data, drawings, process historians and the occasions when on-site collaboration is essential.
Common Process Engineering tools include Aspen Plus, Aspen HYSYS, gPROMS and DWSIM for simulation and modelling. Specialists may also use CAD or P&ID systems, spreadsheet models, control-system interfaces and data historians. The best tool depends on the process, the available data and the client’s existing engineering environment.
Review whether Process Engineering deliverables state assumptions, boundary conditions, input data and acceptance criteria clearly. Ask how the specialist validates models against operating evidence and handles uncertainty or changing requirements. Useful signals include coherent diagrams, traceable calculations, practical recommendations and clear communication with plant teams.
Before starting Process Engineering work, clarify the process scope, design basis, current plant state and expected deliverables. Confirm data quality, software access, safety responsibilities, review gates and the boundary between process design and detailed engineering. Early agreement prevents modelling work from drifting away from operational needs.
The average hourly rate of freelancers who have used Process Engineering in their recent projects is 103 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 827 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers who have used Process Engineering in their recent projects, 93% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 60% hold at least a Master's degree, and 12% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers who have used Process Engineering in their recent projects have 26 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 4.6 years.
The most common languages among freelancers who have used Process Engineering in their recent projects are German (100%), English (91%), and French (21%).
The most common industries among freelancers who have used Process Engineering in their recent projects are Manufacturing (84%), Automotive (46%), and Professional Services (41%).
The most common business areas among freelancers who have used Process Engineering in their recent projects are Project Management (81%), Quality Assurance (81%), and Operations (79%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Process Engineering
Our freelancers and interim experts are at home all over Germany — available on-site in Berlin, Hamburg, Munich and every major business hub, or fully remote. Choose a city to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
Berlin Hamburg Munich Cologne Frankfurt Stuttgart Dusseldorf Leipzig Dortmund Essen Bremen Dresden Hanover Nuremberg In Austria our freelancers and interim experts support companies from Vienna to Graz — on-site where your project needs them, or fully remote. Choose a city to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
Vienna Graz Across Switzerland our specialists are active in Zurich, Geneva, Basel and Bern — working on-site or fully remote. Choose a city to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
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