Programmable Logic Controller Experts in Berlin
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Berlin, who have recently used Programmable Logic Controller
Hendrik Wagner
Last position:
Software Test and Maintenance Support at Anton Paar ProveTec GmbH
- Add/create test specifications
- Conduct regression tests
- Conduct release tests
- Analyze Jira tickets
- Identify software defects and fix them with C#
Marc Fritze
Last position:
Interim Talent Acquisition Manager at doctari
- Building a cross-functional product team to develop a super app
- Advising and mentoring to support the team and provide input (technical & soft skills)
Basel Jaber
Last position:
Senior Application Engineer / Product Manager at Altran Magnetics LLC
- Oversee development and optimization of key products, including DP contactors, EMI filters, and circuit breakers.
- Lead certification processes ensuring compliance with UL, TÃœV, and VDE standards.
- Act as technical liaison between customers, sales teams, and manufacturing to deliver customized solutions.
André Görst
Last position:
IT Consulting Project Management / Engineering Subproject Management at T-Systems (on assignment for government agencies)
- Projects for federal networks (NdB).
- CR management, EoL change requests, design and documentation according to ITSCM.
- Data center planning.
- Project management and engineering subproject management.
- Software development for virtual server environments according to BSI.
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
Arianna Paglia
Last position:
Nonlinear and Complex Systems Analyst (Scholarship) at National Technological University
- Analyzed multi-source datasets using information-theory metrics such as permutation entropy, informational complexity, and decision-support models.
- Developed algorithms and data visualizations in MATLAB and Python.
- Conducted research and co-authored multiple peer-reviewed scientific publications based on the findings.
- Electrical project design and execution
- Digitalization and smart systems integration
- Supplier and contractor coordination
- Risk and quality management
- Strategic decision making
- Financial and ROI perspective
- Analytical and systemic thinking
- Data-driven decision support
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Influential leadership
Thomas Thiele
Last position:
Independent Advisor / Interim Executive at Thomas Christian Thiele
Advising and leading technology organizations through periods of critical transition, focusing on strategic realignment, team stabilization, and executive hiring
Key Engagements:
Wentronic GmbH - Interim Head of IT (10 months) International manufacturer & distributor of electronics accessories; >€100M revenue
- Audited tech organization and identified critical gaps in leadership structure
- Hired four senior roles including a new Head of IT
- Acted as Interim Head of IT to stabilize transition
IMAGO stock&people GmbH - Interim Fractional CTO (4 months)
Germany’s leading photo agency and Europe’s largest sports-content provider
- Analyzed tech architecture and organizational structure during critical phase
- Supported CTO selection process from requirements definition through final hiring
Lukas Schloter
Last position:
Project Manager and Senior Consultant at Freelancer
- Spearheaded the PMO in the post-merger integration of a PE-backed leading industrial printing OEM, focusing on procurement, operations, organizational restructuring, and sales optimization.
- Provided strategic support to a private equity firm during the due diligence process of a medium-sized infrastructure company in Germany, driving key insights and risk assessments.
- Led the development of the strategy and operating model for a large international utility undergoing transformation, ensuring alignment with long-term business goals and operational efficiencies.
Henok Mebrahtom
Last position:
Electrician Specialist for Defined Tasks (EFfT) at WBS Trainings
- Basics of electrical measurement, electropneumatic circuits, and safety measures according to DIN VDE
- Installation, wiring, and commissioning of PLC-controlled systems
Christoph Jung
Last position:
Consultant (Latest Project) at Jung Management GmbH
- Implemented a KPI framework for HR
- Identified and implemented KPI measurement system
- Finalized KPI definitions and accompanying metrics for ‘People Capabilities’, ‘Diversity & Inclusion’, ‘Health & Safety’
- Reviewed and gap-analyzed value drivers, CTQs and underlying processes to determine development needs
- Consulted HR business partners and steered rollout of the KPI model across level-one leadership
- Cascaded people targets across L1 areas
- Developed and implemented a set of people targets based on HR requirements
- Implemented a robust framework including strategic people KPIs and reporting processes
Michael Wetzl
Last position:
TUI AG / Robinson
- Developed an Internet Booking Engine (IBE) (Saber and Juniper) and other microservices
- Backend development with PHP and Symfony, endpoint and interface implementation
- Unit and integration tests
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Statistics of experts using Programmable Logic Controller
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
23 years
Position duration
2.1 years (Germany: 3.9 years)
Positions per freelancer
18 (Germany: 13)
Top business areas
Product Development, Project Management, Operations
Top industries
Energy, Manufacturing, Information Technology
Certification focus areas
Human Resources, Information Technology, Operations
Bachelor's degree or higher
89%
Master's degree or higher
78% (Germany: 54%)
Doctorate
22% (Germany: 10%)
Certifications per freelancer
2 (Germany: 3)
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100% (Germany: 96%)
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 Programmable Logic Controller
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
PLC control
Programmable Logic Controller, or PLC, is the control layer behind machines, lines, and process equipment. It reads inputs, drives outputs, and keeps equipment running in a reliable sequence. Common search terms include PLC and, in Siemens-heavy environments, S7 and TIA Portal work.
Where it is used
- Production lines and conveyor control
- Packaging, filling, and sorting systems
- Process plants with pumps, valves, and tanks
- Machine safety, interlocks, and alarms
A strong PLC setup turns field signals into predictable actions. It also supports clean handover to HMI, SCADA, and higher-level systems.
Ecosystem and tools
PLC work often spans hardware, software, and on-site commissioning. Depending on the plant, experts may work with Siemens STEP 7, TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, Beckhoff TwinCAT, or IEC 61131-3 languages such as ladder logic and structured text. Good specialists know how to document changes and keep revisions under control.
When companies need help
- New machine build or line extension
- Retrofit of older control cabinets and logic
- Fault finding after stops, alarms, or unstable behavior
- Integration with drives, robots, vision, or MES
Berlin companies often need PLC experts for plants, labs, and logistics systems where downtime is costly and on-site work matters. Freelance specialists help bridge short gaps without slowing the project.
What strong specialists deliver
Strong PLC professionals read electrical drawings, understand I/O, and test logic against the real process. They write clear code, tune alarms and timers, and commission safely with operators and maintenance teams. They also leave behind tidy comments, versioned backups, and change notes.
Working with the plant
PLC projects are rarely just remote screen work. Many tasks need cabinet access, machine testing, and sign-off on site, while design, debugging, and documentation can often be done remotely. In Berlin, German and English communication is both common, so the best experts adapt quickly to the team and plant setup.
Frequently asked questions
What clients ask us most about Programmable Logic Controller — answered in short.
A Programmable Logic Controller reads sensors, runs control logic, and switches outputs that move the machine through each step. It is used for sequences, interlocks, alarms, and safe handoff between equipment. In practice, it keeps industrial systems predictable and easier to troubleshoot.
No. PLC work focuses on the control logic inside the machine or process, while HMI and SCADA are the operator and monitoring layers. A good specialist often touches all three, but the core task is still the control program and the field devices behind it.
The right Programmable Logic Controller specialist usually knows the brand already in the plant, such as Siemens, Rockwell, or Beckhoff. They should be comfortable with IEC 61131-3 languages like ladder logic and structured text, plus tools such as TIA Portal or Studio 5000 when relevant. Vendor fit matters more than brand preference.
A strong PLC expert usually understands electrical schematics, sensors, relays, drives, safety circuits, and basic networking. For many projects, knowledge of HMI, SCADA, motion control, and industrial fieldbus systems is also useful. That mix helps avoid gaps between code and the real machine.
A Programmable Logic Controller project with a simple machine may only need one specialist, but complex lines, safety changes, or retrofits need broader experience. The key is not just writing code, but commissioning it safely in the real plant. Companies should match the specialist to the risk and the amount of testing required.
A PLC specialist can do a lot remotely: logic review, code changes, documentation, and fault analysis from backups or online access. But commissioning, wiring checks, and final troubleshooting often need on-site time in Berlin or wherever the equipment runs. The best setup usually combines both.
Look for clear examples of commissioning, fault finding, and safe handover on the same control platform you use. A strong Programmable Logic Controller professional explains logic simply, works cleanly with electricians and maintenance teams, and leaves the code readable. Good signs are good comments, version control, and a calm approach under pressure.
A PLC freelancer should ask about the controller brand, the current program state, the safety scope, and whether remote access is possible. They also need to know the machine type, the site rules, and who signs off changes on site. Clear answers reduce delays and help them prepare the right tools and backups.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Programmable Logic Controller in their recent projects is 101 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 807 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Programmable Logic Controller in their recent projects, 89% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 78% hold at least a Master's degree, and 22% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Programmable Logic Controller in their recent projects have 23 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.1 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Programmable Logic Controller in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Spanish (36%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Programmable Logic Controller in their recent projects are Energy (82%), Manufacturing (73%), and Information Technology (64%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Programmable Logic Controller in their recent projects are Product Development (100%), Project Management (100%), and Operations (91%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Programmable Logic Controller
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