SolidWorks Experts in Switzerland
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Switzerland, who have recently used SolidWorks
Hendrik B.
Last position:
Senior Mechanical Engineer Medical Devices at Roche Diagnostics AG
- Concept and optimization of medical devices
- Design of housing segments, coupling systems and complex mechanical systems
- Plastic and sheet metal design
- Supplier inquiries and technical evaluation
- Technical support for suppliers and production
- CAD modeling with CATIA V5 and SolidWorks
- Creating models, drawings according to ISO GPS and documentation
- Approvals in PLM and SAP
- Internal coordination with relevant stakeholders
David B.
Last position:
External Project Manager in the Supply Chain Network at DEUTZ AG
- Project management (SAP BN (Ariba) onboarding, support for SAP ECC and SAP TM for supplier topics)
- Standardization of global value creation processes
- Basic training as well as central contact person for suppliers and support for planners
Lucijano H.
Last position:
Project Manager PLM – Freelancer at VARTA AG Group
- Consulting and project management for the CIM DATABASE PLM upgrade to the latest release
- Coordinate internal IT/Engineering teams and external service providers
- Develop migration process model with timeline and resource planning
- Requirements engineering for new functionalities including SAP integration
Ioannis K.
Last position:
Algorithms Development Expert, Research & Development at Reishauer AG
- Mathematical specification and definition, analysis and software development of the skiving cutter tool motion planning within the skiving machine for simultaneous and sequential gear flank processing
- Twist-free topological manufacturing
- Workpiece flank line modifications
- Workpiece flank line and profile corrections
- Workpiece tooth thickness deviations
- Computer vision algorithms for automatic wear detection of the skiving cutter tool
- Software development for corrections of the machine kinematics for the profile grinding product series, including twist-free grinding
- Software development for corrections of the machine kinematics, quality measurement and evaluation for the slot grinding product series
- Performance analysis and continuous improvement of internal design tools (RTDesign)
- Tools used: C#, .NET, TeamCity, git, PostgreSQL, MySQL
Jürgen B.
Last position:
Design Engineer at LidroTec GmbH
- development of wafer manufacturing with cleanroom technology
- Tools: Inventor
Martin A.
Last position:
Martin Aicher
Main areas of activity ⋅ Martin Aicher
Areas of expertise
Medical technology
Sensor technology
Technical optics
Mechatronics
Microsystems technology
Biocompatible materials
Implants and endoprosthetics
Project management
Quality management IPMA
Regulatory affairs
Education
Dr.-Ing. Medical Technology
M.Sc. Medical Technology
Dipl. Ing. (FH) Medical Technology
Surgical mechanic, precision mechanic
Methodical product development
26 years of research, development, verification and agile product development
5 years of hands-on manufacturing of micromechanical instruments and implants
Projects
Development and verification of technical optics
Microscopy
Endoscopy
Immersion optical systems
Optical sensors
Light guides
Device development — medical electronics, active medical devices
Electromagnetic therapy devices for microcirculation of blood vessels
Electric drives, precision mechanics motors
Embedded devices, Medicine 4.0 / Industry 4.0
Feasibility studies, prototype design, electromechanical, chemical and hydrodynamic characterization up to series maturity
Structural integration of motors for pump systems
Integration of motors for catheter drives
Implantable drive systems with motors
Bone saws with Maxon motors
Osteosynthesis implant (bone implant) with linear drive
Electromagnetic therapy devices for microcirculation of blood vessels
Gold and platinum substitution for electrodes
Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS)
Characterization and development of battery cells and Li-ion batteries
Biocompatible materials: stainless steel, titanium, nitinol, polymers, ceramics, composites
Vacuum device with pumps for wound healing
Braided tubes (reinforced hoses)
Shaft instruments and trocars
Surgical instruments, minimally invasive instruments (MIC)
Analytical instruments, sensors and fluid preparation
Monitoring systems
In vivo diagnostics (IVD)
Inline measurement systems for monitoring and analytical devices
Feasibility studies, prototype design, electrochemical and hydrodynamic characterization up to series maturity
Electrochemical deionization (EDI) as a monitor
Membrane technology
Measurement method and control of carbide saturation in cooling water
pH sensor
Optical sensors with laser diodes and LEDs
Dissolved O2 sensor
CO2 sensors
Ion-selective sensor (ISE)
Conductivity sensors
Turbidity sensor according to ISO 7027
Biosensors
Flow and pressure sensors
Gold and platinum substitution for electrodes
Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS)
Biocompatible materials: stainless steel, titanium, nitinol, polymers, ceramics, composites
Design of plastic injection-molded components and housings
Calculation and design of fluid channels
Design of metal die-cast components
Design of sheet metal parts
Implants and prostheses
Endoprosthetics: knee and hip endoprostheses
Bypass implants
Nitinol stents
Bone plates
Dental implants
Precision meshes
Instruments for medical technology
Angioplasty: PTCA percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty with balloon catheter
Catheter system as minimally invasive heart pump
EN ISO 10555-4: intravascular catheters
Braided tubes (reinforced hoses through precision meshes)
Thrombectomy with rotablation catheter
Trocars
Surgical instruments, minimally invasive instruments (MIC)
Endoscopes ISO 8600-1, EN 60601-2-18, EN 62471
Regulatory affairs for medical devices
CE for Europe (Class II and III), EU Medical Device Regulation 2017/745 (MDR)
EU Regulation 2017/746 for in vitro diagnostics (IVDR)
Ensuring complete documentation according to current regulatory requirements
FDA registration and approval 510(k), PMN, PMA, Class II, III
Design History Files (DHF), Device Master Record (DMR), Device History Record (DHR)
Internal and external audits
FDA and CE audits
Mock audits
Requirement engineering, user requirement specifications, functional requirement specifications
Quality management and relevant standards for medical technology
EN ISO 9001:2015
EN ISO 13485:2021
USA FDA 21 CFR 820 Quality Management System
FDA 21 CFR §§ 803, 806, 807, 830
In vitro diagnostics (IVD, IVDR) FDA 21 CFR §§ 600, 610, 660
USA FDA risk management for medical devices DIN EN ISO 14971:2019
P-FMEA for production
Usability of medical devices EN 62366-1:2021
CAPA (Corrective and preventive action) and GMP
Medical electrical equipment EN 60601-1:2013
EMC for medical devices DIN EN 60601-1-2:2022
Medical device software EN 62304:2018
Cell culture in cleanroom with different cell lines for biocompatibility testing of polymers and alloys
Biological evaluation of medical devices EN ISO 10993
Clinical investigation of medical devices ISO 14155
Manufacturing technology and processes
Process qualification and validation
Injection molding technology
CNC micromechanical manufacturing
Microsystems technology, printed circuit boards (PCB)
Joining technologies: laser welding of titanium, stainless steel, plastics as well as gluing and ultrasonic welding
Evaluation, setup and qualification of equipment
Thin film and surface technology
Coating of implants and tribological surfaces with chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and physical vapor deposition (PVD), sputtering of precious metals, stainless steels, nitinol, titanium alloys, polymers and ceramics
Plasma technology for functional coatings: hydrophilic and hydrophobic surfaces
Nanotechnology: surface functionalization: self-assembled monolayers (SAM)
Product Life Cycle Management
Finite element method
ANSYS FEM
Structural mechanics, statics
Fluid mechanics, flow simulations
Electrical engineering, electromagnetic fields
Characterization and testing of microelectronics
PCB (printed circuit board)
Sensor technology
Microcontrollers
CAN bus: ISO 11898, SAE
Control and data management with LabVIEW and Matlab
Programming language
Python 3.14
CAD
Autodesk Inventor
Pro/ENGINEER, PTC Creo Parametric
SolidWorks
Siemens NX
Solid Edge
Standards-compliant technical drawings
Endurance tests, mechanical, fluid mechanical, electrical and chemical characterization
Verification, V-Model, End of Line (EOL) testing
Writing work instructions for production, English regulatory documents and scientific articles
Support of clinical studies
Data processing, digital data management and statistics
Professional handling of Microsoft Office applications: PowerPoint, Word and macro programming for Excel
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Kushanthan S.
Last position:
Head of Plant Engineering Division, Member of the Executive Board at King Dynamics AG
- Overall responsibility for the division's operational results and related decisions
- Developing the business unit according to the mid-term plan and budget
- Achieving specific sales and margin targets per customer
- Conducting customer meetings at all levels (from department heads to CEOs) and negotiating technical and commercial terms
- Preparing cost estimates and offers
- Monitoring project, customer, and market outcomes and taking corrective actions when necessary
- Developing marketing plans for specific markets
- Managing direct reports
- Close collaboration with procurement, engineering, and design
- Maintaining level-appropriate, professional reporting
- Deputizing for the production manager
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Statistics of experts using SolidWorks
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
24 years
Position duration
2 years
Positions per freelancer
14
Top business areas
Product Development, Quality Assurance, Information Technology
Top industries
Manufacturing, Healthcare, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Business Intelligence
Bachelor's degree or higher
67%
Master's degree or higher
50%
Doctorate
17%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, Greek
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 Switzerland 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 Switzerland 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 (100%)
- Healthcare (71%)
- Automotive (57%)
- Aerospace and Defense (43%)
- Chemical (29%)
- Education (29%)
- Energy (29%)
- Food and Beverage (29%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
3D CAD design
SolidWorks is used to create precise 3D parts, assemblies, and technical drawings for product development. Strong specialists turn requirements into manufacturable models, clear detail drawings, and clean revision-ready files. It is common in mechanical design, equipment engineering, consumer products, and custom hardware.
What specialists deliver
- Parametric part and assembly models
- Sheet metal, weldment, and surfacing work
- Manufacturing drawings and exploded views
- BOM-ready assemblies and drawing packs
- File cleanup for handoff to production or suppliers
Tooling and ecosystem
SolidWorks sits inside a wider Dassault Systèmes environment and often connects with PDM, CAM, simulation, and rendering tools. Experienced professionals know how to keep feature trees stable, manage configurations, and prepare files that stay usable across teams and suppliers. Many also work with STEP, IGES, DXF, and neutral exchange formats.
When companies bring in help
Companies often need freelance support when a new product must move from concept to manufacturable CAD quickly, or when an internal team is overloaded. Help is also useful for legacy model cleanup, drawing fixes, design changes, or supplier-specific file preparation. In Switzerland, this often fits cross-functional work where English and German documentation both matter.
What strong specialists look like
A strong SolidWorks professional is careful with geometry, naming, templates, and revision control. They understand how design choices affect machining, molding, sheet metal, and assembly. They also communicate clearly with engineering, manufacturing, and purchasing so the CAD work supports the full product process.
Common project needs
SolidWorks experts are often brought in for new product parts, machine frames, enclosures, fixtures, and documentation updates. Typical work includes assembling subcomponents, resolving interference issues, and preparing print sets for approval or manufacture. The best specialists deliver files that are easy to review, edit, and hand off.
Frequently asked questions
Need clarity? These are the questions we hear most often about SolidWorks.
SolidWorks is used for 3D mechanical CAD, especially parts, assemblies, and production drawings. Teams rely on it to design products that can be manufactured, assembled, and documented clearly. It is a common fit for machinery, equipment, consumer products, and custom fixtures.
Yes. SolidWorks and SOLIDWORKS refer to the same product from Dassault Systèmes, and people use both spellings in searches and project briefs. The choice is usually just branding or writing style, not a different tool.
SolidWorks is built for parametric 3D mechanical design, while AutoCAD is often used more for 2D drafting and Fusion 360 is a broader cloud-connected toolset. Companies usually choose SolidWorks when they need robust assemblies, detailed drawings, and a strong mechanical workflow. The best choice depends on the product, the team, and the manufacturing process.
A strong SolidWorks specialist usually also understands drafting standards, GD&T, manufacturability, and file exchange formats such as STEP and DXF. For many projects, knowledge of sheet metal, weldments, surface modeling, or PDM is a major plus. Communication with suppliers and production teams also matters.
SolidWorks work ranges from simple part modeling to complex assemblies with configurations, drawings, and change control. A small update may only need a focused specialist, while a new product or machine platform needs someone who can handle the full CAD structure. The right level depends on how much design judgment and handoff responsibility is involved.
Yes, much SolidWorks work can be handled remotely if the files, requirements, and review process are clear. For Switzerland-based teams, remote collaboration often works well for design iterations, drawing updates, and supplier handoff. On-site time helps more when physical prototypes, production lines, or cross-team workshops are involved.
Look for clean feature trees, stable assemblies, sensible naming, and drawings that are easy to manufacture from. A good SolidWorks professional asks about tolerances, materials, interfaces, and downstream use before modeling starts. Quality shows up in files that stay editable, consistent, and ready for review.
Companies often choose a freelance SolidWorks specialist when demand is temporary, a project needs niche modeling skills, or internal capacity is tied up. It also helps when a deadline is close and the team needs fast support on drawings, assemblies, or redesign work. This is common during product launches, equipment updates, and supplier-driven changes.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Switzerland who have used SolidWorks in their recent projects is 111 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 888 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Switzerland who have used SolidWorks in their recent projects, 67% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 50% hold at least a Master's degree, and 17% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Switzerland who have used SolidWorks in their recent projects have 24 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Switzerland who have used SolidWorks in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Greek (14%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Switzerland who have used SolidWorks in their recent projects are Manufacturing (100%), Healthcare (71%), and Automotive (57%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Switzerland who have used SolidWorks in their recent projects are Product Development (100%), Quality Assurance (71%), and Information Technology (57%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used SolidWorks
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
- Switzerland
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