Structural Design Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used Structural Design
Philipp S.
Last position:
CTO at SkySails Power GmbH
Responsibility:
- R&D budget 6,7 Mio.€ p.a.
- 65 employees in the following teams: PMO, Software, Mechanics, Electrical & Electronics, Systems Engineering/Testing/Autopilot, Kite Design
- Sole power of attorney & member of the management team
Activities:
- Overall technological responsibility for a highly complex mechatronic system (autonomous flight system, ground station, electronics, software)
- Organizational development of R&D from start-up to a scalable structure
- Introduction of technology/development roadmaps & product development process, alignment of priorities with Product Management/Sales
- Transformation to a fully agile way of working (SCRUM, Flight Levels) with an established feedback culture
- Introduction of a strategy process for the entire company
- Representing R&D in investor relations and responsibility for IP protection activities (IP)
Achievements:
- TRL progression & product maturity: moved from TRL 6→7/8; completed CE risk assessment for serial deliveries; responsible for the world's first certified power curve of a high-altitude wind power system
- Development strategy: reduced costly field tests in favor of a validated digital end-to-end toolchain (simulation, load calculation, structural design) and laboratory tests as the primary development path; shortened design cycles by 50–75%
- R&D architecture & organizational transformation: differentiated the development organization into pre-development, product development and series support; transformed the start-up structure into a scalable, agile organization (diverse teams, strengthened team engagement); turnover in R&D <4%
- Company-wide AI transformation: introduced/scaled AI tools across all areas – 92% usage rate, 78% demonstrated application competence
- Investor dialogue: represented the company in international investor discussions
Hermann-Georg I.
Last position:
CSA Lead Manager at SPIE SNG
- Responsible for new Substations Construction for Data Center
- Overall Management with clients
- Interface Management with Stakeholder and contracted EPC Contractors
- Construction Management
- Contractor Management
- Project Coordination
- Project Delivery Management
- Interface Management with internal Parties
- Interface with Local authorities
- Value multi Million USD
Bernhard S.
Last position:
Agile Business Analyst and Requirements Engineer at Deutsche Post DHL
- Agile project "PEPSi annual vacation planning MVP Lite" (digitalization project).
- Definition of state transitions for the JUP Lite functionality.
- Creation of user stories for login/logout and registration.
- Quality assurance of the business-side concept.
- Preliminary analysis for the transformation from the old PersPlan to DigiPEP.
- Tools used: Signavio, MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Jira, Confluence, Mural, Miro, Conceptboard, MS Teams, Mattermost.
Florian S.
Last position:
Freelance Construction Supervision and Site Management LBO Pharma at PM Group Dublin
- Local construction supervision as senior site manager and site manager in accordance with the state building regulations in the pharmaceutical sector
- Invoice verification
- Contracts Management
- Claim Management
- Coordination of the trades
- LPH 8 HOAI
- Activities commissioned by the client
- New research center at the Ingelheim site with a project volume of approx. 400 Mio EUR
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
Ali A.
Last position:
Intern at Institute of Metal Forming (IBF), RWTH Aachen University
- Conducted FEM-driven analysis on tensile and cold-rolling pre-strains in advanced high-strength structural steels to optimize material performance under cyclic environmental loads.
- Correlated FEM results with metallography (XRD, TEM, SEM) to connect processing parameters to mechanical performance, supporting cross-functional team objectives.
Sowmya N.
Last position:
Structural Engineer at Schöne Neue Welt Ingenieure
- Performing structural designing and formulating detail analysis report using euro code (Service Phase 2) for commercial buildings in Berlin
- Performing structural designing and formulating detail analysis report using euro code (Service Phases 3 & 4) for a commercial building in Munich
Daniel V.
Last position:
Project Manager, Product Owner, Scrum Master at Self-employed
- Managed and coordinated all tasks related to the platform relaunch for DETAIL GmbH, a leading internationally specialized information group for architecture and structural design
- Served as Product Owner for the backend development team at dreamIT GmbH and implemented a product management process
Ragadeep B.
Last position:
Design Engineer at Bauer Spezialtiefbau
- Geo-technical and structural design of special foundations, design of retaining systems (pile walls, diaphragm walls and MIP walls) for different countries using the local codes and Euro codes.
- Geo-technical design for ground improvement techniques - stone columns, rigid inclusions etc. using ASIRI Method.
- Building graphical tools to assist/ automate the process of modelling (finite-element) using Python. UI interface design with Qt designer. Streamlit web tools for internal calculations.
- Using machine learning and design optimization methods to optimise the design procedures in geotechnical engineering. In-depth applications of NSGA-III algorithm in geotechnical calculations with soil parameters - sensitivity analysis and back analysis.
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Statistics of experts using Structural Design
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
22 years
Position duration
1.8 years
Positions per freelancer
13
Top business areas
Product Development, Operations, Project Management
Top industries
Construction, Manufacturing, Aerospace and Defense
Certification focus areas
Human Resources, Operations, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
67%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 14 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this technology in Germany 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 Germany using Structural Design
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 14 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Structural Design experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Construction (67%)
- Manufacturing (56%)
- Aerospace and Defense (44%)
- Energy (44%)
- Information Technology (44%)
- Professional Services (33%)
- Automotive (22%)
- Education (22%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What Structural Design Covers
Structural design turns architectural intent into safe, buildable systems that carry gravity, wind, seismic and operational loads. It covers the selection and arrangement of concrete, steel, timber, masonry and composite elements, from foundations to roofs. The work connects calculations, drawings, specifications and construction logic.
Typical Deliverables
- Structural concepts for buildings, industrial facilities and infrastructure
- Load paths, sizing studies and connection design
- Reinforcement, steelwork and fabrication drawings
- Calculation reports and design documentation
- Reviews of existing structures and strengthening proposals
The right deliverables depend on the project phase, local requirements and the level of detail needed for construction or approval.
Tools And Methods
Structural specialists work across CAD and BIM environments such as Revit, Tekla Structures, AutoCAD and SCIA Engineer. They may use ETABS, RFEM, SAP2000 or finite element analysis tools for modelling and verification. Strong workflows connect analytical models with coordinated drawings, material schedules and change control.
When Companies Need Support
- A new project needs an independent structural concept
- Design changes create coordination or constructability risks
- Internal teams need capacity for calculations and documentation
- An existing building requires assessment, adaptation or strengthening
- BIM coordination exposes clashes between structure and other disciplines
Companies in Germany may bring in freelance specialists for a defined package, a project peak or a review that calls for focused experience. Remote work suits modelling and documentation; site visits and workshops may still require local availability.
Skills That Matter
A capable professional understands load paths, materials, detailing, tolerances and construction sequences. They can interpret architectural and MEP information, explain assumptions clearly and keep models, drawings and calculations aligned. Familiarity with Eurocodes and project-specific approval processes is often important for work in Germany, alongside clear German or English communication.
Choosing The Right Professional
Review comparable project experience, sample deliverables and the specialist’s approach to assumptions, load combinations and design checks. Ask how revisions, interdisciplinary coordination and model ownership will be handled. The strongest structural design professionals make risks visible early, document decisions and produce work that contractors can interpret without guesswork.
Frequently asked questions
What clients ask us most about Structural Design — answered in short.
Structural Design defines how a building or infrastructure system carries loads and remains stable throughout its use. It supports concepts, calculations, drawings and specifications for concrete, steel, timber, masonry and composite structures.
Structural Design focuses on stability, strength, serviceability and constructability, while architectural design shapes space, appearance and user experience. The disciplines must develop together because grids, openings, materials and structural depths affect the complete building.
A strong Structural Design professional often works with BIM coordination, CAD documentation, finite element analysis, detailing and quantity information. Knowledge of construction sequencing, building services coordination and Eurocodes can also be valuable for projects in Germany.
The right Structural Design experience depends on the risk, scale and project phase rather than a fixed duration. A specialist for a concept study may need a different background from one preparing approval documents, fabrication details or an assessment of an existing structure.
Much of Structural Design can be completed remotely, including modelling, calculations, coordination and documentation. Projects in Germany may still benefit from on-site inspections, design workshops or construction support, so agree on travel, working language and document standards at the start.
Structural Design workflows commonly combine Revit, Tekla Structures, AutoCAD, SCIA Engineer, RFEM, ETABS and SAP2000, depending on the material and project type. Software choice matters less than a consistent link between the analytical model, BIM environment, drawings and calculations.
Ask how the Structural Design specialist defines assumptions, establishes load paths, checks results and records revisions. Review coordination examples and calculation documentation, then confirm that drawings, models and specifications remain consistent through design changes.
Freelance Structural Design expertise helps when a team needs specialist input for a new structural concept, a complex connection, BIM coordination, an existing-building assessment or a temporary capacity gap. It can also provide an independent review before submission, procurement or construction.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Structural Design in their recent projects is 90 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 719 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Structural Design in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 67% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Structural Design in their recent projects have 22 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.8 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Structural Design in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (56%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Structural Design in their recent projects are Construction (67%), Manufacturing (56%), and Aerospace and Defense (44%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Structural Design in their recent projects are Product Development (89%), Operations (78%), and Project Management (78%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Structural Design
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