Welding Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used Welding
Gregor P.
Last position:
Engineering Data Management Project Manager
Technical and commercial risk assessment for an investment project in the hardware sector (scaling potential, liability risks, operational processes) Process consulting for two SMEs in the engineering environment, with a focus on workflow digitization and PLM
Volker W.
Last position:
Analyst – Platform Optimization at TradingView ProRealtime
Programming custom indicators with ProBuilder (for the ProRealTime platform)
6 months at RCP - Rabe Academy (basics - trading account - TWS Interactive Brokers) Focus: ETH price history - NVIDIA stock (NASDAQ and CBOE)
- 500 hours total (TradingView & ProRealTime), including approx. 1,500 hours of tick data analysis using ProRealTime
Systematic market analysis, development of custom indicators, pattern recognition.
Peter S.
Last position:
Senior ML Engineer & AI Researcher at Anonymous Client
Project: Defect Generation on Test-Bench Images of Metal Surfaces Environment: Automated Visual Inspection (AVI), Metallurgy & Manufacturing
- Objective & Implementation: Designed, architected, and trained Generative Adversarial Networks (Pix2PixHD / SPADE) for image-to-image transformation. Targeted generation of synthetic material defects (e.g., cracks, inclusions, scale) on rough metal surfaces under real test-bench lighting conditions for privacy-compliant and efficient dataset expansion (data augmentation).
- Technical Design: Implemented robust Generative AI and computer vision pipelines in Python and PyTorch. Used semantic segmentation approaches for mask-controlled defect synthesis and subsequent evaluation with EfficientDet object detection models.
- Business Impact: Massive dataset upscaling (10x) without time-consuming and costly physical test-bench runs, while significantly improving the detection performance of automated inspection systems.
Technologies & Skills Used: Python | PyTorch | SPADE | Pix2PixHD | EfficientDet | Machine Learning | Semantic Segmentation | Computer Vision
Dr Ing Over D.
Last position:
Pipeline Construction Manager at ILF
ETL 180 - Construction of 90 Km gas pipeline between Hamburg and Bremen. Supervision of welding, pipe lowering, coating, bending work and pressure testing. Quality assurance. Steel pipe with a diameter of 1,4 m and a wall thickness of 21mm.
Tungi D.
Last position:
Technical PMO | Delivery Master | LLM-Expert at Stealth - NDA
- Owning RAG, LLM-System, ML-ops-Pipelines for various startups in Insurance, Banking, Energy (KRITIS)
Gudrun A.
Last position:
Project: Consulting & Concept Development Programmatic Print / Donor Communication at Kindernothilfe e.V.
Project: Consulting & Concept Development Programmatic Print / Donor Communication
Tasks:
- Analysis of existing print advertising materials and donor communication
- Development of a new thank-you letter and dialogue marketing concept
- Advice on emotional and target-group-specific communication with donors
- Concept development for a cross-channel on- and offline marketing mix
- Coordination of print, email, and CRM communication as part of new marketing processes
- Support in introducing new communication workflows around the future email software
- Creation of briefing materials and campaign approaches for different target groups
- Research, selection, and management of suitable print and production service providers
- Advice on personalization and automation options in the programmatic print environment
Technical implementation:
- Coordination of print and digital processes
- Management of external service providers and print providers
- Support in integrating new marketing and communication processes
Reporting:
- Analysis of existing response mechanisms
- Assessment of optimization potential in donor communication
- Recommendations to improve impact, personalization, and efficiency Markets: Germany [link]
Hans-Jürgen B.
Last position:
Freelance Technician at FlexLink Systems GmbH
- Plant planning in conveyor technology
- Engineering and design of conveyor systems for the automotive industry / battery transport
- Software, CAD: AutoCAD Inventor 2019 3D + Vault
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
Manfred W.
Last position:
Strategic Technical Procurement Facility Services at Gesellschaft für Ingenieurleistungen in NRW
- Procurement of service providers such as building cleaners, caretakers, landscaping and garden construction companies, maintenance companies (HVAC, electrical); conducting negotiations and tendering framework agreements
Klaus-Dieter B.
Last position:
Site Manager Lithium-Ion Battery at Porsche
- Independently managing the construction of global projects for lithium-ion coating lines
- Leading and coordinating international installation teams and subcontractors
- Ensuring compliance with contractually agreed installation and commissioning milestones
- Ensuring timely completion of outstanding items on site
- Regularly communicating with the project manager about current project status
- Leading daily internal site meetings and attending construction meetings with suppliers and customers
- Documenting processes and progress in weekly reports
- Responsible for occupational safety and health protection on site
Florian W.
Last position:
Managing Director and Independent Engineering Service Provider at Wirth Engineering GmbH
- Engineering and consulting in the areas of simulation, manufacturing technology, and machine and plant engineering
Volker S.
Last position:
Operations Manager ATT Area at Klingelnberg AG
Bridging the vacancy of operations manager ATT area
Process optimization
Reduction of lead times
Reorganization of the ATT area
Increase in OTIF from 73% to 92%
Greater flexibility in employee deployment through internal equipment training
Integration of a new cooperation partner
Implementation of an MDE system
Volker R.
Last position:
Interim Manager / Validation Project Manager at Medical Technology
- Preparation of medical templates according to ISO 13485:2016 and GMP / MDR.
- Design Qualification (DQ).
- Validation Plan (VP).
- Preparation of PFMEA / FMEA.
- Installation Qualification (IQ).
- Operational Qualification (OQ).
- Performance Qualification (PQ).
- Final Report (AB).
Jürgen V.
Last position:
Freelance Consultant at Freelance
- Temporary support for several mid-sized companies in the Osnabrück area in project management
- Preparation and launch of large-scale projects with budgets starting at approx. 20 Mio. in mechanical and plant engineering
- Risk management, project definition, design management
Klaus A.
Last position:
CAD Designer at ALCON Design & Development
Premium Designs & Premium Service
I am your problem solver - trust in more than 35 years of successfully completed projects in special-purpose machine and fixture construction.
Bachelor Professional (DQR 6) Welding Specialist Qualified Electrical Worker Certified SolidWorks Professional - Mechanical Design Certified SolidWorks Professional Advanced - Sheet Metal Certified SolidWorks Professional Advanced - Drawing Tools Certified SolidWorks Associate Simulation (FEM)
Design & development of special-purpose machines fixtures production equipment intralogistics machine enclosures
FEM simulations Transfer of old 2D drawings/workpieces into 3D Documentation / Technical drawings in compliance with GPS
SolidWorks Design 2026 Premium (ongoing maintenance contract) SolidWorks 2026 Visualize (ongoing maintenance contract) Workstation with certified hardware DIN A0 plotter HP DesignJet
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Statistics of experts using Welding
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
27 years
Position duration
6.8 years
Positions per freelancer
14
Top business areas
Product Development, Project Management, Production
Top industries
Manufacturing, Automotive, Professional Services
Certification focus areas
Quality Assurance, Product Development, Operations
Bachelor's degree or higher
85%
Master's degree or higher
43%
Doctorate
11%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
94%
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 Welding
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.
Welding experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (95%)
- Automotive (70%)
- Professional Services (34%)
- Energy (33%)
- Construction (31%)
- Aerospace and Defense (26%)
- Education (22%)
- Information Technology (22%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What Welding Covers
Welding joins metals and, in some cases, thermoplastics through heat, pressure or both. The process supports permanent connections in frames, vessels, pipework, machinery and vehicle structures. Selecting the right method depends on the material, joint design, access, production speed and required finish.
Processes and Tooling
Common methods include MIG/MAG for productive work on steel and aluminium, TIG for controlled, clean joins, and stick welding for flexible work in demanding environments. Specialists also work with submerged arc, plasma, laser and resistance welding where the application calls for it. Their tooling may include power sources, torches, wire or electrode systems, positioners, extraction and inspection equipment.
- Set welding parameters and joint preparation
- Produce fixtures, weld maps and work instructions
- Integrate robotic cells and automated travel systems
- Inspect welds with visual, dimensional and non-destructive methods
Where Companies Use It
Welding appears in industrial equipment, plant construction, energy systems, rail, automotive supply chains, shipbuilding and metal fabrication. It can support a one-off prototype, a repeatable production process or field repair work. In Germany, companies often need specialists who can coordinate with manufacturing, quality and maintenance teams across a shop floor or project site.
When Freelance Expertise Helps
Companies bring in freelance professionals when a new material, joining method or production cell must be qualified quickly. External expertise is also useful for reducing rework, preparing procedures, troubleshooting porosity or distortion, and transferring knowledge to an internal team. On-site collaboration may matter for trials and commissioning, while documentation, planning and review can often be handled remotely.
- Qualify a new process or supplier
- Stabilise weld quality and production output
- Prepare inspection and traceability documentation
- Support repairs, shutdowns or installation projects
Skills Around Welding
Strong professionals understand metallurgy, heat input, distortion, joint geometry and material behaviour. They can read technical drawings, define preparation and sequence, select consumables, and work with fixtures and measurement tools. Valuable adjacent skills include robotic programming, CAD interpretation, non-destructive testing, quality systems, maintenance and production planning.
What Good Work Looks Like
Reliable welding expertise is visible in consistent penetration, suitable profiles, controlled distortion and clean, traceable execution. A capable specialist explains trade-offs between speed, accessibility, strength and appearance instead of treating one process as universal. They also document parameters, inspection results and deviations clearly, and follow the applicable company procedures and project requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Welding? Start with the answers below.
Welding creates permanent joints between metal parts and supports structures, pipe systems, pressure equipment, machinery, vehicles and fabricated components. Companies use it for prototypes, serial production, installation, maintenance and repair.
MIG/MAG welding is usually chosen for productive work and longer runs, while TIG offers more control and a clean finish on demanding joints. The right choice depends on material, thickness, position, appearance, access and required production speed.
A strong Welding specialist often combines process knowledge with metallurgy, drawing interpretation, fixture design, quality documentation and inspection methods. Robotic cell integration, CAD literacy, maintenance or non-destructive testing can be important for industrial projects.
The needed Welding experience depends on risk, materials, process complexity and whether the work is production, repair or qualification. A simple fabrication task may need focused process support, while a new automated cell or critical joint requires proven procedure development and troubleshooting.
Welding work is partly site-dependent because trials, production observation, equipment setup and commissioning require physical access. Process planning, drawing review, documentation, supplier coordination and quality analysis can often be completed remotely, including for teams in Germany.
Review samples of documented work, the materials and processes handled, and the specialist’s approach to preparation, parameters, inspection and traceability. Ask how they diagnosed defects such as porosity, cracking, lack of fusion or distortion, and how they verified the corrective action.
TIG welding is useful when precise heat control, a clean appearance or careful work on thin sections matters. It is often slower than MIG/MAG, so a specialist should justify it based on material, joint quality, accessibility and production requirements.
Before accepting a Welding assignment, clarify the materials, joint types, process and equipment, site conditions, drawings, inspection expectations and documentation requirements. Also confirm whether the work involves production, qualification, repair or commissioning, since each calls for a different preparation.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Welding in their recent projects is 97 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 777 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Welding in their recent projects, 85% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 43% hold at least a Master's degree, and 11% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Welding in their recent projects have 27 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 6.8 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Welding in their recent projects are German (99%), English (90%), and French (16%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Welding in their recent projects are Manufacturing (95%), Automotive (70%), and Professional Services (34%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Welding in their recent projects are Product Development (81%), Project Management (74%), and Production (67%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Welding
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.
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