Fees & Conditions
Transparent Pricing
No hidden costs. No effort without prior agreement.
All contractually fixed prices are final prices (no VAT according to §19 UStG).
Hourly Rates
How much does an hour cost?
The hourly rate depends on various metrics such as project type, complexity, and customer group; accordingly, the figures are target prices. I strive to always offer you a fair proposal within your means. Final prices are of course contractually fixed.
Professional Development Projects
Range: 70–120 €/hr. depending on requirements
For companies and industrial clients with demands for documentation, reproducibility, and standard compliance. Projects with strong standard requirements are billed at the upper end of the range.
- Complete hardware development (Schematic, PCB, BOM, manufacturing data)
- Firmware & Embedded Software on demand
- Standard-compliant development according to your requirements
- Technical documentation
- Obsolescence & Supply Chain Management
- Review and audit of existing designs
For longer-term collaboration (>3 months, >10 h/month) reduced framework rates can be negotiated.
Hobby Projects & Private Development
Range: 20–60 €/hr. depending on effort
I am happy to assist you with the realization of your private hobby projects. Important: The reduced price applies only without commercial exploitation, no transfer of rights. No formalities, no certifications, no project management - pragmatic and direct.
- Schematic & simple PCB layout (1–4 layers)
- Simple firmware (ESP32, Arduino,..)
- Short consultation via email / video call
- Support with component procurement
- Troubleshooting & Consulting
Small orders under 2 h are billed at a flat rate of 2 h. Material and manufacturing costs (PCB, components) are billed separately.
Studies & Education
Range: 15–45 €/hr. depending on effort
Those who want to learn and show initiative will preferentially receive support for theses, educational projects, journeyman's pieces, and much more. Personal development is a matter close to my heart, which I gladly support.
- Project support & Review
- Embedded topics, sensors, PCB basics
- Explanation & joint debugging
- University and Bachelor's/Master's projects
- Flexible time allocation by arrangement
Proof of university affiliation or comparable context required. An inquiry with a brief project outline is sufficient.
An Engineer for Your Team?
Participation or hybrid models possible
For startups or projects with a convincing concept and limited budget. With a genuine participation perspective (Equity, Revenue Share), the possibility of a reduced hourly rate or participation is possible.
- Complete hardware development
- Project planning & Prototyping
- Long-term partnership possible
- Milestone-based billing
- NDA & Participation agreement in advance
Requires a complete business plan as well as clear participation conditions. No free upfront work.
Project Flat Rates
Typical Fixed-Price Packages
Electrical engineering is an extremely extensive field of activity with many variables. Accordingly, giving flat-rate prices is difficult, as some areas require more work than others. However, for clearly defined services, a fixed price can be offered. You can find some examples below.
Classification
Standard Market Rates in Comparison
For understanding: Where do PDI.Engineering's prices stand in the international context? All values refer to Embedded / Electronics Engineering, as of 2025/2026.