Digital Denture Designer (CAD/CAM)

Location: Alberta, Canada

Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite

Openings: 2 Positions

Position Overview

A leading digital-focused dental laboratory in Alberta is seeking two experienced Digital Denture Designers to join its growing CAD/CAM team. This role is ideal for technicians with a strong understanding of digital denture workflows who are passionate about precision, efficiency, and innovation in modern digital dentistry.

The Digital Denture Designer will be responsible for creating accurate, production-ready designs for full and partial dentures, working closely with technicians and clinical partners to ensure functional, aesthetic, and consistent outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design digital dentures and related components using CAD/CAM software (e.g., 3Shape, Exocad)
• Prepare, optimize, and validate design files for 3D printing and milling workflows
• Apply dental anatomy, occlusion, and restorative principles to digital designs
• Collaborate with technicians and clinicians to ensure case accuracy and prescription compliance
• Maintain adherence to validated digital workflows and quality control standards
• Troubleshoot design, fit, or production issues as needed
• Support continuous improvement of digital denture workflows and processes

Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience with dental CAD/CAM software (3Shape and/or Exocad)
• Hands-on experience with digital denture design workflows
• Solid understanding of dental anatomy, occlusion, and restorative fundamentals
• Familiarity with implant-supported denture designs is a plus
• Strong computer skills and high attention to detail
• Previous dental laboratory experience preferred
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative digital team

Work Environment & Culture

• Modern, digitally driven laboratory environment
• Strong focus on innovation, precision, and continuous learning
• Collaborative team culture with close interaction between digital and production teams
• Access to advanced 3D printing and digital manufacturing technologies

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience and skill level
• Performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Paid vacation and retirement/pension plan
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Long-term growth within a digital-forward laboratory