Robotics Experts in Austria
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Gerhard Z.
Last position:
Embedded Software Engineer at Magna Kreisel Electric
- Development of a charging station for electric vehicles
- Tools: C/C++/Matlab/Simulink
- Development and testing of functional software with various communication buses
Jochen H.
Last position:
Interim CFO CEE Region at PE Portfolio company in the FMCG Industry
Alexander L.
Last position:
Guest lecturer in Artificial Intelligence (Master’s Level) at FH des BFI Wien
- Teaching & presenting
- Communication
- Effectively communicate complex technical topics to non-technical audiences through lectures
- Guided non-technical students from zero knowledge to confidently understanding and applying algorithms to achieve business outcomes
Atif Y.
Last position:
Head of Technology at Quadrobotics R&D and Software Development Inc.
- Integrated cutting-edge software and hardware enhancements into quadruped robotic systems
- BARS Robotic Dog Platform: computer boards integrations, data link integrations, LTE, anti-jam datalink, RF datalink, satcom datalink integrations, GNSS integrations, GNSS-RTK integration, payload integrations, RCWS (5.56, 7.62 remote control weapon station integration), CBRN sensor integrations (chemical)
- AYBARS Robotic Dog Platform: computer boards integrations, data link integrations, LTE, anti-jam datalink, RF datalink, satcom datalink integrations, GNSS integrations, GNSS-RTK integration, payload integrations, RCWS (9 mm remote controlled gun-box integration), CBRN sensor integrations (chemical)
Gordan V.
Last position:
Founder – Consultant for Revenue Operations, Automation & Process Optimization (Sales/Mkt/CS) at Boom Strategy GmbH
Managed large-scale sales and process optimization initiatives for clients including BASF, British American, IDNow, AvconJet, etc.
Planned and executed CRM and digital strategies to increase process automation, integrate AI, enhance reporting capabilities, and ensure data integrity.
Designed and standardized core workflows across Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success teams to drive sustainable revenue growth and team throughput.
Provided ongoing advisory to C-level executives; supported organizational restructuring and strategic direction, as well as facilitated change-management efforts.
Realigned sales processes across EMEA, the USA, and APAC as Interim Director, Revenue Operations at BASF – Forward AM.
Designed and implemented new technologies and processes to boost revenue and market reach at BASF – Forward AM.
Developed and implemented new workflows to improve operational efficiency and data utilization, with a focus on post-sales and customer success in the business aviation sector for AvconJet.
Restructured and optimized Salesforce for better data integrity and automated sales processes for AvconJet.
Laszlo B.
Last position:
Robot Programmer at Firma Zeman
- ABB IRC5 robots.
- Commissioning, programming, and optimization of welding processes.
- Use of Fronius and Lincoln Electric welding equipment.
Patrick W.
Last position:
PaWoMation e.U
- Commissioning of machines and systems
- PLC programming including HMI with TIA Portal
- Retrofit of S5/S7 systems -> TIA Portal
- Development of concepts
- Electrical planning with Eplan Pro Panel
- Commissioning of robotic systems (Yaskawa)
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Statistics of experts using Robotics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
24 years
Position duration
2.2 years
Positions per freelancer
13
Top business areas
Product Development, Information Technology, Operations
Top industries
Manufacturing, Information Technology, Aerospace and Defense
Certification focus areas
Logistics, Information Technology, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
67%
Master's degree or higher
50%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
English, German, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100%
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 in Austria 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 in Austria using Robotics
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.
Robotics experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (71%)
- Information Technology (57%)
- Aerospace and Defense (43%)
- Automotive (43%)
- Fashion (43%)
- Transportation (43%)
- Retail (43%)
- Education (29%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What Robotics Covers
Robotics combines mechanical systems, electronics and software to make machines sense, decide and act. Projects range from industrial arms and mobile robots to autonomous vehicles, warehouse systems, medical devices and research platforms. Strong solutions connect perception, motion, control and safety rather than treating each layer in isolation.
Core Ecosystem
The ecosystem includes ROS and ROS 2, simulation environments, robot operating systems, motion-planning libraries and vendor SDKs. Specialists work with cameras, lidar, force sensors, actuators, PLCs, embedded computers and industrial networks. They also use C++, Python, Linux, containers and tools for calibration, testing, observability and deployment.
Typical Deliverables
Robotics professionals can take a system from prototype to controlled operation. Common deliverables include:
- Sensor fusion, localization and mapping for mobile robots
- Motion planning, trajectory control and collision avoidance
- Robot-cell integration with PLCs, conveyors and safety equipment
- Simulation models, test scenarios and commissioning documentation
- Teleoperation, fleet management and monitoring interfaces
When Companies Need Specialists
Companies bring in freelance expertise when an automation project must move from a lab setup to dependable operation. This is useful when an internal team lacks experience with real-time control, ROS 2 integration, functional safety or difficult sensor environments. In Austria, specialists may support manufacturing, logistics, energy, agriculture and research teams, with on-site commissioning combined with remote software work.
Skills That Matter
A strong professional understands the physical system as well as its code. Look for experience with kinematics, dynamics, calibration, control loops, embedded systems, networking and fault handling. The best specialists define measurable acceptance tests, document assumptions and design for maintenance, recovery and safe human interaction.
Choosing the Right Expert
Start with the robot type, operating environment, required payload or mobility, existing hardware and project stage. Ask for evidence of shipped systems, simulation-to-reality testing, commissioning work and clear integration boundaries. For distributed teams, agree early on interfaces, data access, lab availability and how remote specialists will work with Austrian sites during installation and validation.
Frequently asked questions
Before you brief your next project: the most common questions about Robotics.
Robotics is used to build machines that perceive their environment and perform physical actions. Typical applications include assembly, inspection, picking, transport, surgery support, agriculture, exploration and research.
Industrial robotics usually provides more flexible movement and perception than fixed automation built around dedicated machinery. Traditional automation can be simpler and more predictable for stable, high-volume processes, while robotics is useful when products, layouts or tasks change.
A strong Robotics freelancer often combines mechanical reasoning with embedded software, electronics, control theory and machine vision. Experience with ROS 2, C++, Python, Linux, PLC integration, simulation and functional safety can be important depending on the system.
The right level depends on whether the work covers a prototype, a production cell or a complete autonomous platform. A specialist for production deployment should show evidence of integration, commissioning, fault recovery and testing on physical hardware, not only demonstrations in simulation.
Robotics software, simulation, planning and documentation can often be handled remotely. Hardware integration, calibration, safety checks and commissioning usually require access to the robot, so teams in Austria often combine remote collaboration with planned site visits.
ROS, short for Robot Operating System, provides communication patterns, tools and packages for assembling robot software. ROS 2 is often considered for distributed, production-oriented systems, but a smaller or tightly controlled machine may work better with a leaner custom stack.
Review how the specialist handles sensor failure, timing, calibration, safety and recovery, not just the successful path. Ask for test plans, system boundaries, deployment evidence and an explanation of how performance was validated on the target hardware.
A Robotics specialist should clarify the robot model, sensors, compute hardware, software baseline, access to equipment and acceptance criteria. It is also important to agree on ownership of interfaces, data, safety responsibilities and the balance between remote work and on-site commissioning.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Austria who have used Robotics in their recent projects is 116 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 932 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Austria who have used Robotics in their recent projects, 67% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 50% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Austria who have used Robotics in their recent projects have 24 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Austria who have used Robotics in their recent projects are English (100%), German (86%), and Spanish (29%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Austria who have used Robotics in their recent projects are Manufacturing (71%), Information Technology (57%), and Aerospace and Defense (43%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Austria who have used Robotics in their recent projects are Product Development (86%), Information Technology (71%), and Operations (71%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Robotics
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.
Countries:
- Germany
- Austria
- Switzerland
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