Solid Edge Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used Solid Edge
Rüdiger S.
Last position:
Manufacturer of busbar systems for power and data transmission
- Review and assessment of the existing situation
- Identification and definition of implementation measures to close existing gaps
Kurt F.
Last position:
WeMatch Consulting GmbH / Contracting / Framework agreement - Novanta Medical GmbH
- Labeling BarTender
- Structure, Schema ST4 consulting.
- MDR consulting.
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)
Rafal K.
Last position:
Development Engineer at Hexagon Purus
- CAD system: SolidWorks 2021
- PDM database: HXP SolidWorks
- Product: mobile hydrogen refueling station
- Handling and implementing change requests
- Independently developing products for new applications
- Reviewing and approving production and assembly drawings
- Providing technical support to engineering service providers
- Collaborating closely with purchasing and quality teams
- Developing and achieving cost reduction goals
- Planning and executing concept validations
- Independently creating solution proposals and technical concepts for new ideas
- Establishing and maintaining supplier relationships
Thomas P.
Last position:
Lifting Device Designer at TP-Produktdesign
- Design of a 3-point quick coupling for tractor lifting attachment
- Development of a bracket for a tow flange device
Mauricio G.
Last position:
Design Engineer at Butting CryoTech GmbH
- Creation of complete 3D designs and design drawings
- Evaluation of requirement specifications and customer specifications
- Execution of partial steps in technical work preparation according to specifications and documents, including project support
- Contact person for internal and external customers in design projects
- Design and calculation of piping and components for cryogenic media and low-temperature applications
- Support with finite element calculations
Mohsen N.
Last position:
Freelance CAD Designer at Thielmann Ucon GmbH
- Design of an IBC container unloading station
- Creation of manufacturing and detail drawings
- Support for the purchasing team
Reuf K.
Last position:
Independent Mechanical Design Engineer at Herrenknecht Vertikal GmbH (Herrenknecht AG)
- Development and design of a new oil drilling machine for the Beatrice oil platform, Scotland
- Concept development of the Pipe-Overdeck work platform with crane, total load 200 tons
- Static FEM calculation and CFD flow calculation for the safe drainage of oil-contaminated wastewater
- CAD: CREO, Model Manager, SAP
Josef S.
Last position:
Development Engineer for Custom CNC Machine Tools at Satisloh GmbH
- Development, design, and detailing of custom machine tools (CNC machine tools for plastic eyeglass lenses).
- 3D modeling of assembly designs, modules, and components (including cast parts, gear and worm gear drives, energy and media supply systems, etc.); FEM calculations.
- Creation of assembly drawings including bill of materials structures and detailed part drawings.
- Coordination with suppliers and support for specialist departments.
- Support during prototype build and test processes.
Ricardo C.
Last position:
Engineering Freelancer / Plant Design Project Engineer at Dipl. Ing. SCHERZER GmbH
- Planning and design of plants using AutoCAD Plant 3D, Inventor, Advance Steel, Navisworks
- Review of planning documents such as concepts and design reports, R&ID
- Processing and creation of pipe classes
- Creation and development of piping routes in 3D plant models
- Creation of isometrics of piping systems and special supports
- Coordination of involved trade specialists, foundation planning
- Consulting in project development and execution of projects in plant engineering, chemical engineering, and refinery construction
- Coordination with suppliers for basic engineering and tender preparation
- Management of all relevant engineering activities to create a technical concept (scope definition)
Josef E.
Last position:
Development service provider, mechanical engineering, design, calculation, certified project management at CAE Consulting Engineering GMBH
I am a development service provider in mechanical engineering with experience as interim assignment for all functional areas designer, development engineer design manager development manager calculation engineer, FEM, MKS, CFD, vibrations, kinematics, dynamics, statics certified project manager according to IHK industry standard, patent engineering – invention exploitation technical programmer / MATLAB, MATHEMATICA, MAPLE, MATHCAD technical managing director interim manager
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Start: by agreement, based on your wishes and needs, fully flexible, permanent or fixed-term, temporary work, … etc. Compensation: within your planned budget for the position, by agreement
Please email, send references, certificates, CAD, FEM, MKS, CFD, project management, innovation proofs - patents ... etc.
Alexander M.
Last position:
Layout Planner at Yaskawa Europe GmbH
Providing engineering services under a temporary employment contract (ANÜ) at client companies.
Designed and developed two welding robot cells for the client Purem, including creating detailed CAD drawings with SolidWorks for proposal preparation
Structural design of the A3 robot cell line in the Boysen project using SolidWorks
Created a comprehensive PowerPoint presentation with concepts and analyses for removing robots, workpiece positioners, and equipment from the cells of a 5000 m² Ford automotive battery production hall in the USA
Developed an optimized concept for assigning manufacturing processes and cell enclosures for the Ford automotive battery production hall in the USA
Jens J.
Last position:
Development Engineer – Design/Project Management/Purchasing at P-Wave AG
- Conception, development, and design of explosion generators: concept, draft, calculations, design of generators, procurement of parts, assembly of developed units, as well as tests and trials for functionality, safety, and optimization, further development up to series production
- Installation and commissioning of P-Wave PWG-S types 100 to 103 and subsequent types at customer sites
- Training of customer employees in handling the generators
- Maintenance of P-Wave PWG-S generators 100 to 103 and subsequent types
- Creation of PID and KKS numbering lists
- Project execution of orders in German-speaking regions
- Purchasing all parts and assemblies needed for project execution, and coordinating the assembly of the PWG-S system by partner companies
- Responsible for cost optimization of purchased parts
- Production planner
- Responsible for PDM data and optimization of data management, transition from manual to automatic data management
Joachim Q.
Last position:
Managing Director & Project Manager at POWERJO GmbH
- Project planning and project management of packaging lines
- Support of the entire project process and optimization through claim management, open points list, regular project meetings, stakeholder management
- Feasibility analysis, packaging development and tendering of a packaging line for frozen baked goods for a large bakery
- Technical consulting on the process and production of a circular packaging solution
- Support for startups (design office, food producer, consulting company, ...)
- Project manager on the customer side for a heating equipment manufacturer, packaging technology/central palletizing
- Technical sales in packaging technology in northern and western Germany
Saadat H.
Last position:
Motor Development Intern at Denso Europe
- Carried out FEM simulations of a novel brushless externally excited synchronous motor with JMAG to reduce iron losses by 8%
- Developed MATLAB scripts to optimize the total loss profiles based on machine parameters
- Developed a Python-based GUI tool for calculating optimal motor design parameters
- Created Python scripts in JMAG to automate and improve simulation processes
Discover over 15,000 top freelancers
Statistics of experts using Solid Edge
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
26 years
Position duration
6.3 years
Positions per freelancer
13
Top business areas
Product Development, Project Management, Production
Top industries
Manufacturing, Automotive, Energy
Certification focus areas
Product Development, Quality Assurance, Information Technology
Bachelor's degree or higher
79%
Master's degree or higher
39%
Doctorate
9%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
90%
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 Solid Edge
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.
Solid Edge experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (98%)
- Automotive (60%)
- Energy (45%)
- Construction (33%)
- Aerospace and Defense (26%)
- Professional Services (24%)
- Healthcare (21%)
- Education (19%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Parametric and Direct 3D Mechanical Modeling
Solid Edge is a core mechanical CAD software portfolio developed by Siemens Digital Industries Software. It combines history-based parametric design with synchronous technology, allowing teams to edit geometry quickly without complete feature regeneration. It excels at complex assembly modeling, industrial machinery design, and drafting standard-compliant production drawings.
Comprehensive Mechanical Ecosystem and Tooling
Beyond primary part and assembly creation, the platform incorporates specialized functional toolsets that integrate directly with product lifecycle workflows:
- Dedicated sheet metal design with automated flat pattern development
- Frame, structural truss, and weldment modeling
- Integrated structural and fluid simulation using Simcenter tools
- Native routing for electrical wiring harnesses and piping systems
- Direct Teamcenter integration for product data and lifecycle management
Industrial Applications Across German Manufacturing
German mid-market enterprises and industrial equipment manufacturers rely heavily on Siemens Solid Edge for custom machinery, tooling, and plant components. Freelance specialists frequently bridge internal bandwidth gaps during new product introductions, ensuring models conform strictly to DIN and ISO documentation rules while optimizing parts for local sheet metal and CNC fabrication.
When Companies Bring in Freelance CAD Specialists
Organizations engage external Solid Edge professionals when internal engineering teams encounter peak project loads or require advanced system knowledge:
- Large-scale migration from legacy 2D drawing archives to native 3D parametric models
- Complex surface modeling and sheet metal design for immediate workshop release
- Implementing automated bill of materials management connected to ERP systems
- Setting up standard parts catalogs and automated assembly templates
Remote Workflows and On-Site Workshop Collaboration
Solid Edge engagements often operate in hybrid models. While conceptual design, 3D modeling, and standard drafting happen remotely, critical project phases benefit from presence in local facilities. Testing tolerances against physical prototypes, coordinating with shop-floor technicians, and validating assembly sequences frequently require engineers fluent in German technical standards to visit production lines.
What Distinguishes Top CAD Professionals
Superior specialists navigate both classic ordered modeling trees and synchronous direct manipulation without creating fragile feature dependencies. They understand manufacturing constraints like bending allowances, draft angles for casting, and machining accessibility. Their deliverables feature clean geometry, modular assemblies that load rapidly, and unambiguous production drawings ready for fabrication.
Frequently asked questions
The facts hiring teams ask for most often when it comes to Solid Edge.
Solid Edge is primarily used for mechanical product design, detailing, and manufacturing preparation. Companies use it to construct machinery, sheet metal enclosures, structural frames, and routed systems. Its unique synchronous technology allows rapid modifications to third-party CAD files without rebuilding model history.
While all three provide parametric modeling for mechanical assemblies, Siemens Solid Edge features synchronous technology, allowing direct manipulation of geometry alongside standard ordered features. It also offers exceptionally deep sheet metal functionality and native alignment with Siemens enterprise tools like Teamcenter.
An effective Solid Edge expert needs working knowledge of standard fabrication techniques such as CNC milling, sheet folding, and welding. Experience with Teamcenter for product data management, basic finite element analysis, and scripting via the Solid Edge API for automation are also valuable.
Most modeling, detailing, and simulation work in Solid Edge can be executed entirely remotely through secure data exchange and remote desktop environments. However, initial prototyping, tooling tryouts, and factory floor integration often benefit from occasional on-site visits.
For pure 3D CAD modeling, English is frequently sufficient, but many German manufacturing firms document fabrication instructions and parts lists in German. A Solid Edge professional who reads and writes technical German can coordinate directly with shop-floor teams and suppliers without miscommunication.
Quality in Solid Edge shows up in clean assembly structures, stable geometric constraints that do not break under parameter edits, and clear drafting that follows DIN ISO standards. Reviewing past portfolio models and testing their handling of complex sheet metal unfolding reveals their technical depth.
Organizations bring in Solid Edge specialists to manage sudden project deadlines, execute large legacy CAD conversions, or introduce complex modular product lines. Freelancers provide immediate production bandwidth without the lengthy lead time required for permanent hires.
A Solid Edge specialist works natively with PAR, ASM, and DFT files, while frequently translating neutral interchange formats such as STEP, IGES, and Parasolid X_T. They also generate DXF outputs for laser cutting and automated PDF packages for supplier distribution.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Solid Edge in their recent projects is 86 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 685 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Solid Edge in their recent projects, 79% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 39% hold at least a Master's degree, and 9% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Solid Edge in their recent projects have 26 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 6.3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Solid Edge in their recent projects are German (100%), English (86%), and French (24%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Solid Edge in their recent projects are Manufacturing (98%), Automotive (60%), and Energy (45%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Solid Edge in their recent projects are Product Development (100%), Project Management (76%), and Production (62%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Solid Edge
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.
Berlin Hamburg Munich Cologne Frankfurt Stuttgart Dusseldorf Leipzig Dortmund Essen Bremen Dresden Hanover Nuremberg Request a free demo
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