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Philipp Helldorfer

Freelance Mechanical Engineer

Philipp Helldorfer
Berlin, Germany

Experience

Feb 2022 - Present
4 years 2 months
Berlin, Germany

Freelance Mechanical Engineer

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)
May 2015 - Aug 2021
6 years 4 months
Berlin, Germany

Mechanical Engineer

WHITEvoid GmbH / Kinetic Lights

  • Development of winch systems from concept to serial production
  • Creation of detailed production drawings with SolidWorks
  • Assembly and testing of prototypes including rapid prototyping
  • Design of 3D-printed objects for small series production
  • Production planning and management
Jul 2012 - Mar 2013
9 months
Berlin, Germany

Engineering Assistant

Institute for Machine Tools and Factory Management

  • Development of experimental devices
  • Creation of production drawings with SolidWorks
May 2007 - Jan 2009
1 year 9 months
Bamberg, Germany

Team Leader, Production Area Piezo-Aktor

Robert Bosch GmbH

  • Supervision and control of processes in the production area
  • Lead of employees in the production area
May 2004 - Apr 2007
3 years
Bamberg, Germany

Mechatronic Technician

Robert Bosch GmbH

  • Setup and commissioning of various production machines
  • Repair, maintenance and optimization of machines
Berlin, Germany

Mechanical Engineer

BigRep GmbH

  • Development of the 3D-printer BigRep One.2
  • Creation of detailed production drawings with SolidWorks
  • Design, printing and assembly of 3D-printed objects

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Manufacturing (15 years), Arts and Crafts (4 years), Automotive (1.5 years), and Education (0.5 years).

Manufacturing
Arts and Crafts
Automotive
Education

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Production (15 years), Product Development (11 years), Operations (11 years), and Research and Development (0.5 years).

Production
Product Development
Operations
Research and Development

Summary

I am a freelance mechanical engineer with more than 10 years of experience in developing and designing technical products. My services cover a wide range, from conceptualizing initial ideas to delivering a finalized product ready for series production. I also handle prototyping, pilot series organization, and comprehensive technical documentation. With my experience and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality results, I ensure smooth and efficient product development. Let's work together to turn your ideas into reality.

Skills

  • Cad
  • Solidworks Incl. Pdm (10 Years)
  • Fusion 360 (1 Year)
  • Onshape (1 Year)
  • 3d-printing
  • Series Design (Jet Fusion, Sla, Sls)
  • Fdm (Cura & Ultimaker S5)
  • Hands-on
  • Electromechanical Assemblies
  • Cutting Techniques (Incl. Cnc)
  • Electrical Engineering Basics
  • It
  • Ms-office
  • Technical Documentation
  • Driving License
  • Management
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Stress Resistance

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced

Education

Oct 2011 - Mar 2013

Technical University, Berlin

Bachelor's program · Mechanical Engineering · Berlin, Germany

Feb 2009 - Feb 2011

National Technician School, Berlin

State Certified Mechanical Engineer · Berlin, Germany · Final grade 2,5 (1-6 ranking, 1-best); Thesis: Development of a

Sep 2001 - Mar 2005

Robert Bosch GmbH, Bamberg

Apprenticeship as Mechatronic Technician · Mechatronic Technician · Bamberg, Germany

Certifications & licenses

State Certified Mechanical Engineer

National Technician School, Berlin

Driving license

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Where is Philipp based?

Philipp is based in Berlin, Germany.

What languages does Philipp speak?

Philipp speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Philipp have?

Philipp has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Philipp has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 2 months. Note that Philipp may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Philipp be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Philipp would be well-suited for roles such as: Freelance Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Assistant.

What is Philipp's latest experience?

Philipp's most recent position is Freelance Mechanical Engineer at Helldorfer Engineering.

What companies has Philipp worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Philipp has worked for Helldorfer Engineering and WHITEvoid GmbH / Kinetic Lights.

Which industries is Philipp most experienced in?

Philipp is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Arts and Crafts, and Automotive. Philipp also has some experience in Education.

Which business areas is Philipp most experienced in?

Philipp is most experienced in business areas like Production/Manufacturing, Product Development, and Operations. Philipp also has some experience in Research and Development (R&D).

Which industries has Philipp worked in recently?

Philipp has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing and Arts and Crafts.

Which business areas has Philipp worked in recently?

Philipp has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Production/Manufacturing, and Operations.

What is Philipp's education?

Philipp holds a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from Technical University, Berlin.

Does Philipp have any certificates?

Philipp has 2 certificates. These include: State Certified Mechanical Engineer and Driving license.

What is the availability of Philipp?

Philipp is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Philipp?

Philipp's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.

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