Vacuum Technology Experts in Germany
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Josef E.
Last position:
Managing Director at CAE Consulting & Engineering GmbH
I work as managing director – organization and active development engineer
Recently completed or nearing completion (2023, 2024):
- Projects in the field of wafer production at Hittec Prontor GmbH (apertures for ZEISS SMT GmbH)
- Micromanipulator concepts with flexure joints for ZEISS SMT, arranged through HAYS AG)
- EVE Innovativ GmbH (combined heat and power plants)
- Kraftblock GmbH, (renewable energy storage)
- CAE Consulting Eng. GmbH, European patent for hybrid robot, market development
- TQ Systems GmbH (gearbox technology)
CE is a supplier of development services in the broad field of mechanical engineering. 30 completed projects in the D-A-CH region. Development and patent exploitation company for R&D, products, cutting and welding robots, conveyor technology ... etc.
My most important results:
- Small selection - results of research and development activities led to the international patent application for cutting and welding robots and to the German patent application for the rotary lifting hanger as well as the spherical joint for combining 3 rods at one point for the parallel kinematics robot, push chain, own European patent for hybrid robot, combustion engines
Gheorghe B.
Last position:
Construction, Development and Design at Kiefel – Medical Technology
- Design, detailing and construction of all machine assemblies for the "SW Solidworks-Medical" machine, with the aim of deriving and creating production-ready manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks
- Analysis of the preliminary design concept for the "SW Solidworks - Medical" system stored in the customer's system
- Design, detailing and construction of all assemblies of the medical system using SolidWorks with regard to tolerances and assembly structures
- Derivation and creation of manufacturing drawings for all assemblies of the medical system based on the previously detailed designs using SolidWorks
- Creation of comprehensive technical documentation
Gundolf S.
Last position:
Project Manager at Self-employed – Freelancer
- Project Manager steel works crane and material handling at ArcelorMittal in Eisenhüttenstadt for their decarburization project, December 2024 to March 2025
- Project Manager Cranes and Logistics for the new converter at Aurubis Hamburg via Hays AG, May to October 2024
- Specification for placing the orders and coordination of interfaces
- Erection of a powder production plant for an Indian customer in Bengaluru, 2024
- Leading the erection and assembly team of the customer Indo MIM
- Responsible for Health, Safety and Environment
- Technical and commercial project management at Belimed Life Science AG in Sulgen, Switzerland, with SAP, 2022
- Revamp of a slab rolling mill for copper for Siam Poongsan including engineering, construction and site and quality management, own order directly from the end customer, 2021 to 2023
- Site and quality management for a powder production plant (gas atomization system) in Penang, Malaysia, Oryx Advanced Materials, 2022
- Interim Head of Services at ALD Vacuum Technologies, Hanau/Bangkok, installation, service and construction management, 2019 to 2024
- Interim Head of Service Cold Rolling Mills and continuous casting at Danieli Thailand/Vietnam, 2016 to 2018
- Interim Manager Quality Assurance at SMS Concast for four months in 2018
Kyra C.
Last position:
Founder at C/C++ Consultancy for Pharma and Clinical Software Development and Digitalization Support
- Designed an open clinical framework for digitalization in pharma and clinical software development.
- Developed a minimum viable product (MVP) for the framework, applying agile methodologies and rapid prototyping best practices while ensuring GxP validation and HIPAA compliance.
Hüseyin Özgün G.
Last position:
Freelance Mechanical Engineer - Designer at Gridesign
Conception and detailed design of mechanical systems.
CAD modeling, drawings and calculations.
FEM, motion analysis and reverse engineering.
Preparation of technical proposals and claim management.
AIRBUS A-320 Assembly Station.
AIRBUS A-350 Manual Assembly Station.
FORD Truck R&D Prototype Manufacturing Station.
Alexander W.
Last position:
Freelance Head of Development / Strategy Consultant at LabMaker GmbH
- Consulting on a wide range of open science hardware projects in the fields of electronics, mechatronics, and optoelectronics
- Comprehensive system analysis and DFM optimization of a novel open hardware miniaturized two-photon microscope
- Exchange with scientists from renowned academic institutions to align the customer’s work in the best possible way
- Production coordination with local and international partners for PCB assembly, CNC machining, and optics
- Process analysis for product design, production planning/execution, product lifecycle, and product data management
- Coaching employees from all departments on the requirements that complex technical products place on business processes
- Development of a comprehensive PLM & PDM concept tailored to the needs of development and manufacturing
- Initiating intensive and direct cross-departmental exchange to identify improvement potential
- Planning shopfloor layout improvements with the production team and supporting the implementation process
- Quick onboarding of two new English-speaking colleagues in technical product management and development
- Ad-hoc and in-depth training of employees in the use of software tools such as KiCad or Autodesk Inventor
- Consulting on long-term development into a scalable, even stronger partner for the open science hardware community
Sascha K.
Last position:
Freelance Mechanical Engineering Technician in Design and Development (Designer / ME Design) at Coherent Laser Systems GmbH & Co. KG
- Detail and overall design in the field of laser systems / design of optical and precision mechanical systems
- Development of mechanical concepts and setup variants
- Handling of large CAD assemblies
- Experience in designing systems in the field of vacuum technology
- Developing the design and creating complete manufacturing documents according to specifications and standards
- Clarifying design-related questions with the project manager, assembly team and suppliers
- Creating 3D parts in NX
- Creating 3D assemblies in NX
- Adding standard and purchased parts to the design
- Creating technical drawings
- Coordination with suppliers
- Technologies used: Siemens NX2306, Teamcenter Engineering 14
Frank M.
Last position:
Projektarbeiten Frank Müller
- Used software: Solidworks 2024
- Industry: Pipeline construction
- Design of a welded coaxial pipeline with various branches that can be detached from different containers via corresponding couplings.
Michail A.
Last position:
Creo - Designer at MOTUS Engineering GmbH & Co. KG via Ferchau GmbH
- Drawings of fixtures for the life science industry
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Statistics of experts using Vacuum Technology
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
26 years
Position duration
4.7 years
Positions per freelancer
10
Top business areas
Project Management, Product Development, Operations
Top industries
Manufacturing, Automotive, Metals and Mining
Certification focus areas
Product Development, Project Management, Business Intelligence
Bachelor's degree or higher
86%
Master's degree or higher
43%
Doctorate
14%
Certifications per freelancer
1
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
89%
Based on our profile pool as of 29 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 Vacuum Technology
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 29 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Vacuum Technology 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%)
- Automotive (67%)
- Metals and Mining (44%)
- Aerospace and Defense (33%)
- Energy (33%)
- Biotechnology (22%)
- Construction (22%)
- Food and Beverage (22%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Vacuum systems
Vacuum technology creates and controls environments where gas pressure is reduced below atmospheric conditions. It covers the complete chain from chamber design and seals to pumps, valves, gauges, controls and safe operation. Vacuum engineering supports clean, stable processes in research and production.
Industrial applications
Companies use vacuum systems for thin-film coating, semiconductor manufacturing, electron microscopy, mass spectrometry and space simulation. They also appear in pharmaceutical processing, food packaging, heat treatment, leak testing and industrial drying. The required setup depends on pressure range, gas load, contamination limits and process stability.
Pumps and measurement
Specialists work with rotary vane, dry scroll, diaphragm, turbomolecular, diffusion and cryogenic pumps. They select combinations that meet throughput, cleanliness and maintenance requirements. Measurement may involve Pirani, capacitance manometer, ionization and residual gas analysis, while valves and traps manage flow and contamination.
Controls and tooling
Vacuum projects often connect mechanical assemblies with electrical control and process software. Relevant work includes PLC and SCADA integration, interlocks, recipe control, sensor calibration, data logging and automated pump-down sequences. Experts may also use CAD, finite element analysis, cleanroom practices and structured leak-testing methods.
When expertise matters
- A new chamber or production line needs a complete vacuum concept
- Pump-down times, pressure stability or contamination require improvement
- A system fails leak tests or shows unexplained gas loads
- Existing equipment needs modernization, automation or remote monitoring
- A research setup must move from prototype to repeatable operation
Freelance expertise is useful when internal teams need focused support without adding permanent capacity. Specialists can assess existing equipment, define specifications, supervise commissioning or resolve a difficult process issue.
Strong professionals
Strong vacuum technology professionals understand both physical principles and practical system behavior. They can trace leaks, interpret pressure curves, size pumps, select materials and document safe operating procedures. They communicate clearly with mechanical, electrical, software and process teams.
For projects in Germany, collaboration may combine remote design and analysis with on-site commissioning, cleanroom work or acceptance testing. The best fit depends on the pressure range, application, equipment interfaces and required language for documentation and plant operations.
Frequently asked questions
The facts hiring teams ask for most often when it comes to Vacuum Technology.
Vacuum Technology is used to remove gas from an enclosed space and maintain a controlled low-pressure environment. Companies apply it to coating, semiconductor processing, microscopy, research equipment, packaging, drying, leak testing and pharmaceutical production.
A vacuum engineering specialist can support chambers, pumps, valves, gauges, seals, gas handling and control systems. The work may include concept design, component selection, commissioning, calibration, troubleshooting and process optimization.
Vacuum Technology manages pressure below atmospheric conditions, while compressed-gas systems deliver gas at elevated pressure. They may share sensors, valves and control principles, but vacuum work places stronger emphasis on leak tightness, outgassing, contamination and pump selection.
A strong vacuum technology freelancer often combines vacuum physics with mechanical design, materials selection, instrumentation and automation. Experience with PLC or SCADA control, CAD, cleanroom procedures, residual gas analysis and structured leak detection can be especially useful.
A vacuum engineering project involving a simple test setup may need focused component and commissioning experience. Complex production systems require a professional who has handled system integration, pressure stability, contamination control, safety interlocks and root-cause analysis in comparable environments.
Vacuum Technology planning, documentation, simulation, data review and control configuration can often be handled remotely. Installation, leak testing, commissioning and cleanroom activities usually require on-site collaboration in Germany, with language expectations agreed before the project starts.
Ask how the vacuum technology specialist defines pressure requirements, gas loads, materials, seals, pump combinations and acceptance tests. Good professionals explain trade-offs clearly and support their decisions with measurements, traceable documentation and a practical troubleshooting method.
For vacuum engineering work in Germany, clarify the pressure range, chamber type, process gases, cleanliness requirements, equipment interfaces and site access. Also define whether the professional will deliver a design, resolve a fault, supervise commissioning or take responsibility for the complete system.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Vacuum Technology in their recent projects is 74 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 594 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Vacuum Technology in their recent projects, 86% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 43% hold at least a Master's degree, and 14% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Vacuum Technology in their recent projects have 26 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 4.7 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Vacuum Technology in their recent projects are German (100%), English (78%), and French (22%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Vacuum Technology in their recent projects are Manufacturing (100%), Automotive (67%), and Metals and Mining (44%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Vacuum Technology in their recent projects are Project Management (100%), Product Development (89%), and Operations (56%).
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