
SolidWorks Experts in Berlin
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Berlin, who have recently used SolidWorks
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
Mendel H.
Last position:
Lecturer for 3D Animation, Graphic Design and Storyboarding at Macromedia Hochschule Berlin
- Semesters 1 to 3: 3D modeling, rendering and animation with Cinema4D, Blender, After Effects
- Semesters 1 to 3: Fundamentals of design and graphic design, layout, typography, Adobe Suite
- Semesters 6 to 8: Storyboarding and prototyping, cross-media project work
- Workshops on 3D printing with theory and practice for the Communication Design and Fashion degree programs
Wadih G.
Last position:
Federal Voluntary Service (BFD) Volunteer at TIK e.V.
Supported integration and social inclusion activities for families and children from diverse backgrounds.
Assisted in language, educational, and recreational programs.
Contributed to community events and coordination with local partners.
Ines R.
Last position:
Entrepreneur at ZuManAsha
- Built and operated a successful handmade tray business sold via Etsy and Spock, fulfilling 120+ orders and maintaining 5-star customer reviews.
- Managed 100% of the operations including product design, international shipping, and marketing across Instagram, TikTok, and Etsy, growing a global customer base.
Philipp H.
Last position:
Freelance Mechanical Engineer at Helldorfer Engineering
- Product development, CAD design, production management, technical documentation, prototyping, kinetic installations
- Recent projects: Kinetic Art Installation 'MULTIPOLAR' (Atelier E), Art Sculpture 'Portal' (Augmentl Studio), Electronic IP 68 Enclosure (Agurotech)
Shubham T.
Last position:
Junior Design Engineer at Siemens AG
- Design for Manufacturing
- Product Support
Nejc L.
Last position:
Co-founder, Manager and Instructor at Kalamata Freedivers
- Used engineering knowledge to design motorized safety systems for freediving
- Built a website and custom CRM
- Designed corporate identity
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Statistics of experts using SolidWorks
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
15 years (Germany: 23 years)

Position duration
3.9 years (Germany: 6 years)

Positions per freelancer
7 (Germany: 11)

Top business areas
Product Development, Operations, Research and Development

Top industries
Manufacturing, Automotive, Education

Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Logistics
Bachelor's degree or higher
86% (Germany: 85%)
Master's degree or higher
57% (Germany: 49%)
Doctorate
29% (Germany: 9%)

Certifications per freelancer
1 (Germany: 2)

Most common languages
English, German, French

Speak two or more languages
100% (Germany: 97%)
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 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 SolidWorks
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.
SolidWorks 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%)
- Automotive (57%)
- Education (57%)
- Arts and Crafts (43%)
- Healthcare (43%)
- Advertising (29%)
- Government and Administration (29%)
- Retail (29%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
CAD models
SolidWorks is a 3D CAD system used to create parts, assemblies, and technical drawings. Companies bring in specialists for product design, machine components, enclosures, fixtures, and documentation that goes from concept to production.
Core workflow
A strong SolidWorks specialist works cleanly from sketch to model to drawing.
- Parametric part modeling
- Assembly design and mates
- Sheet metal and weldments
- Drawing views, dimensions, and tolerances
- Design changes without breaking downstream files
Tools and add-ons
SOLIDWORKS sits inside a wider Dassault Systèmes ecosystem. Depending on the project, professionals may use Simulation, PDM, Routing, or CAM links to support design checks, file control, and manufacturing handoff.
When to hire
Companies usually need freelance help when internal teams are overloaded, a product launch is near, or a legacy model needs cleanup. In Berlin, that can mean support for hardware startups, industrial equipment, consumer products, or teams working with local manufacturers and remote stakeholders.
What good work looks like
Good professionals build models that are easy to revise, dimension drawings that manufacturing can use, and assemblies that stay stable under change. They understand design intent, feature order, references, file structure, and how to keep revisions organized.
Project signs
Bring in SolidWorks expertise when work stalls on any of these:
- Broken assemblies or unstable references
- Missing or unclear manufacturing drawings
- Slow model rebuilds and messy feature trees
- PDM or file handoff issues
- Short-term capacity gaps on product work
Frequently asked questions
Everything clients usually want to know about SolidWorks, in one place.
SolidWorks is used to design parts, assemblies, and drawings for physical products. Teams rely on it for concept models, detailed production files, and changes that must stay consistent across the full design set.
SolidWorks is a parametric 3D CAD tool, while AutoCAD is more drawing-focused and 2D-oriented. It is often compared with Inventor and Fusion 360 when a team needs mechanical design, assemblies, and manufacturing-ready documentation.
A strong SOLIDWORKS specialist understands part modeling, assemblies, drawings, and the logic behind design intent. For more complex work, look for experience with sheet metal, weldments, simulation, or PDM if file control matters.
Not always, but the project should be clear. A simpler file cleanup or drawing update may fit a broad CAD specialist, while a new product platform, large assembly, or manufacturing handoff usually needs deeper SolidWorks experience.
Useful skills include technical drawing standards, mechanical engineering basics, GD&T, and communication with manufacturing. Depending on the assignment, SolidWorks professionals may also need PDM knowledge, simulation awareness, or familiarity with CAM workflows.
Yes, many SolidWorks tasks work well remotely as long as files, revision rules, and review steps are clear. On-site time can help when a project depends on physical prototypes, shop-floor feedback, or tight collaboration with local production teams in Berlin.
Ask for examples of clean assemblies, stable feature trees, and drawings that manufacturing can use without heavy correction. A reliable SolidWorks professional explains design choices clearly and keeps files organized enough for future changes.
Freelancers should expect structured file handling, review cycles, and close attention to revision control. Strong SolidWorks work often depends on clear inputs, fast feedback, and a defined output such as a model package, drawing set, or release file.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used SolidWorks in their recent projects is 78 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 627 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used SolidWorks in their recent projects, 86% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 57% hold at least a Master's degree, and 29% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used SolidWorks in their recent projects have 15 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.9 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used SolidWorks in their recent projects are English (100%), German (86%), and French (43%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used SolidWorks in their recent projects are Manufacturing (71%), Automotive (57%), and Education (57%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used SolidWorks in their recent projects are Product Development (100%), Operations (71%), and Research and Development (71%).
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