Refrigeration Technology Experts in Germany
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Roland H.
Last position:
CEO at SOEX Group (& I:CO)
- Got a misguided restructuring back on track
- Successfully created positive momentum by motivating, inspiring, and encouraging employees to stay committed during this difficult phase
- Developed a solid strategy concept and created a 5-year roadmap from it
- End-to-end, AI-supported digitalization of collection logistics processes, which led to optimized operations and a significant increase in efficiency
- Designed a complex technical concept for automated, AI-supported textile sorting on an industrial scale
- Implemented efficient structures and established clear communication channels, which helped improve team coordination and clearly define responsibilities
- Strategic development and successful implementation of a dynamic sales structure, which, through proactive leadership and targeted talent development, led to higher sales momentum and employee motivation
- Created tailored concepts for international retailers, fashion brands, producers, and wholesalers (pre-/post-consumer textiles) as a key part of the new strategic direction
- Initiated and maintained partnerships between industry and research to advance the shared goal of “Circularity in Textile” with recognized expertise
- Targeted reduction of the investment backlog through modernization and optimization of machinery and plant technology, which led to a significant increase in operational productivity
Andreas L.
Last position:
Interim Head of Call and Service Center at Famicord Group
- Europe's largest stem cell bank; company revenue: 78 Mio. EUR; employees 700; personnel responsibility: 18; duration: 6 months
- Interim takeover of all teams in the areas of sales/inside sales, order management and service
- Separation of the order business in Germany/Austria into two GmbHs under my leadership, while also integrating an acquired company into the German operational business
- Additional creation of new KPIs and adjustment of processes with internal interfaces and customers
- Requirements management for the introduction of the new CRM
- Full implementation of the above-mentioned operational integration and separation of the areas
- Improvement of KPIs in call accessibility, first-contact resolution rate and response time
- Established newly introduced customer feedback management
- Structured handover of the area to my successor
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)
Franz H.
Last position:
Director Plantmanagement with full ramp up and relocation responsability
- Ramp-up management for production and logistics at a new location in Austria (medical devices for dental industry)
- Project management to combine three locations in one new building
- Time and cost tracking for the new building
- Production and logistics processes according to a greenfield approach based on a value stream analysis
- Approach to ramp up production with complete shop floor design
- Temporary team lead of up to 60 people
Armin B.
Last position:
Interim Manager at Self-employed
Andreas L.
Last position:
Owner at LLPcon Business Consulting / Consulting – Automotive
- Consulting
- Interim management
- Quality management
- Project management
- Sales
- Auditing / Certification
Daniel B.
Last position:
Director Germany (Freelancer) at AKO Group
- Refrigeration controls + IoT Solutions
Kai F.
Last position:
Project development, project management and project leadership for all structural, technical and infrastructural measures
Crisis and recovery management for projects with disrupted construction processes
Engineering services in technical building services
Support in all project-specific matters and topics in service phases 1-9 and cost groups 100 to 700
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Statistics of experts using Refrigeration Technology
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
34 years
Position duration
3 years
Positions per freelancer
15
Top business areas
Project Management, Operations, Product Development
Top industries
Manufacturing, Automotive, Energy
Certification focus areas
Human Resources, Information Technology, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
71%
Master's degree or higher
43%
Certifications per freelancer
4
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 Refrigeration Technology
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.
Refrigeration Technology experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (88%)
- Automotive (50%)
- Energy (50%)
- Aerospace and Defense (38%)
- Healthcare (38%)
- Information Technology (38%)
- Transportation (38%)
- Construction (25%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Cooling systems
Refrigeration technology covers systems that remove heat and keep products, spaces, and processes at stable temperatures. It is used in cold rooms, food retail, logistics, industrial plants, and building services. Strong specialists understand the full cooling chain, not just a single unit.
Typical work
- Cold room design and retrofit
- Chiller selection and integration
- Compressor, evaporator, and condenser setup
- Control logic and temperature monitoring
- Fault finding and energy tuning
Common stacks
This work often touches HVAC/R controls, sensor networks, building automation, and service documentation. Many projects also involve ammonia, CO2, or other low-GWP refrigerants, plus PLCs, alarms, and remote monitoring. Good experts can work across mechanical, electrical, and control layers.
When to bring help
Companies usually look for freelance expertise when a system is unstable, a site needs an upgrade, or a new facility must be commissioned quickly. It also helps when internal teams need support with compliance, maintenance planning, or the handover from design to service. In Germany, this is common in food, pharma, logistics, and industrial cooling.
What strong experts do
A strong professional can read schematics, trace airflow and refrigerant flow, and spot issues in valves, sensors, or control settings. They document clearly, coordinate well with site teams, and think in terms of uptime, safety, and maintainability. They also know how to keep systems efficient without sacrificing reliability.
Delivery focus
Refrigeration Technology specialists are often brought in for audits, commissioning support, troubleshooting, and modernization work. They may also help with remote diagnostics, service manuals, spare-part planning, and operator training. For Germany-based projects, local language skills can help on site, while remote work suits analysis, documentation, and control reviews.
Frequently asked questions
Need clarity? These are the questions we hear most often about Refrigeration Technology.
A strong Refrigeration Technology specialist plans, installs, services, or improves systems that keep spaces and products cold. That can include cold rooms, chillers, compressors, heat exchangers, controls, and temperature monitoring. The exact scope depends on whether the project is a new build, a retrofit, or a fault investigation.
Bring in Refrigeration Technology expertise when an existing system is unreliable, a new site needs commissioning, or a retrofit has to happen without long downtime. Freelancers are also useful for audits, troubleshooting, documentation, and temporary support during peak project phases. Many companies use them when internal staff are busy with operations.
Refrigeration Technology focuses on heat removal, temperature stability, and the safe handling of refrigerants in equipment such as cold storage and process cooling. HVAC covers a broader mix of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning for comfort and indoor air quality. The overlap is real, but refrigeration work usually needs deeper knowledge of cooling cycles, controls, and product protection.
A strong Refrigeration Technology professional often combines mechanical knowledge with controls, electrical troubleshooting, and documentation. Skills in PLCs, sensors, BAS or BMS systems, and refrigerant handling are especially useful. For industrial projects, experience with safety procedures and commissioning is also important.
That depends on the system and the risk. Simple service tasks may need a focused expert, while complex plant changes, low-GWP refrigerants, or production-critical cooling call for someone who has handled similar installations before. The safest choice is a specialist who has worked on the same type of equipment and can explain their approach clearly.
Yes, parts of Refrigeration Technology work can be done remotely, especially control reviews, fault analysis, documentation, and planning. But site visits are often needed for commissioning, leak checks, repair work, and hands-on diagnostics. In Germany, many projects use a mix of remote support and on-site visits.
Look for clear project examples, not just broad claims. A solid Refrigeration Technology specialist can explain the system layout, the cause of a problem, the fix, and how they verified the result. Good signs are practical documentation, careful communication, and an eye for uptime, safety, and serviceability.
Often, yes. A Refrigeration Technology expert may specialize in ammonia, CO2, or other refrigerant families, and some are especially familiar with certain control systems or equipment brands. When you share the plant type and refrigerant choice, it becomes much easier to find the right fit.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Refrigeration Technology in their recent projects is 144 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 1,154 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Refrigeration Technology in their recent projects, 71% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 43% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Refrigeration Technology in their recent projects have 34 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Refrigeration Technology in their recent projects are German (100%), English (88%), and French (63%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Refrigeration Technology in their recent projects are Manufacturing (88%), Automotive (50%), and Energy (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Refrigeration Technology in their recent projects are Project Management (100%), Operations (88%), and Product Development (63%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Refrigeration Technology
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