CAD/CAM Digital Designer – Denture / Partial Focus.
Location: Calgary, AB.
Employment Type: Full-time, Onsite.
Schedule: Monday to Friday.
Compensation: Approximately $26/hour.
Position Overview:
A dental laboratory in Calgary is seeking a CAD/CAM Digital Designer to join its team full-time onsite. This opportunity is ideal for a digital technician with 3 to 5 years of experience in dental design, particularly someone with experience in dentures and partials.
The lab is especially interested in candidates with a strong background in digital removable design, though they are also open to considering experienced Crown & Bridge designers who are interested in expanding into denture and partial workflows. Training can be provided in removable design for the right candidate with a solid CAD/CAM foundation.
Key Responsibilities:
Digital Design & Case Execution:
- Design digital dental restorations with an emphasis on dentures and partials.
- Support digital workflows for removable cases from prescription review through final design.
- Create accurate, functional, and aesthetic designs based on clinical requirements.
- Work with dental CAD software to produce precise digital models and case files.
- Assist with other digital design needs within the lab as required.
Collaboration & Workflow Support:
- Work closely with team members to review prescriptions, case details, and production requirements.
- Collaborate with technicians and other departments to maintain efficient case flow.
- Communicate clearly regarding design adjustments, case planning, and technical considerations.
- Participate in ongoing training and skill development, particularly in removable workflows if needed.
Quality & Accuracy:
- Review designs carefully for fit, function, anatomy, and overall case accuracy.
- Ensure work meets internal quality standards and doctor expectations.
- Maintain organized digital records and case documentation.
- Help support consistency and accuracy throughout the digital design process.
Qualifications Required:
- 3 to 5 years of experience in dental CAD/CAM design.
- Strong understanding of dental anatomy, occlusion, and digital workflows.
- Experience with dental CAD software such as 3Shape, Exocad.
- Good attention to detail and ability to manage multiple cases in a production environment.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Preferred:
- Experience designing digital dentures and partials.
- Background in removable prosthetics.
- Candidates with Crown & Bridge digital design experience who are open to training in removable design will also be considered.
Work Environment:
- Full-time, onsite role in Calgary.
- Monday to Friday schedule.
- Supportive laboratory team environment.
- Opportunity to grow within a digital workflow-focused setting.
- Training available for the right candidate transitioning from Crown & Bridge into removable design.