CAM Engineer / CAD-CAM Engineer
Location: Winston-Salem, NC
Full-Time
Schedule:
Monday – Friday
Production and engineering schedule based on operational demands.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly technical CAM Engineer or CAD/CAM Engineer to support advanced
milling operations and manufacturing workflows within a growing dental milling center. This role
is focused heavily on CAM engineering, toolpath development, milling optimization, and
technical manufacturing problem-solving.
This position is ideal for candidates with strong industrial milling, medical manufacturing, or
advanced CAM workflow experience who enjoy working in highly technical production
environments.
About the Opportunity:
This organization operates a high-volume milling environment specializing in implant
restorations, custom abutments, implant bars, and precision restorative manufacturing. The
company values innovation, speed, consistency, and engineering-driven workflow optimization.
The CAM Engineer will play a critical role in ensuring manufacturing precision, improving
toolpath efficiencies, troubleshooting milling challenges, and supporting overall production
scalability.
Key Responsibilities:
● Develop and optimize CAM workflows and milling strategies
● Create and manage toolpaths for advanced restorative manufacturing
● Troubleshoot milling and manufacturing issues
● Collaborate with CAD designers and production teams
● Support software configuration and machine optimization
● Assist with workflow automation and efficiency improvements
● Analyze production processes and identify operational enhancements
● Maintain precision standards and reproducibility across manufacturing workflows
● Support implementation of new technologies and digital manufacturing processes
● Assist with quality assurance and technical case review
Qualifications:
● Prior CAM engineering or advanced milling experience required
● Dental, medical manufacturing, or industrial milling experience preferred
● Proficiency in at least two of the following platforms:
○ Hyperdent
○ Millbox
○ Exocad
○ 3Shape
● Strong understanding of toolpath engineering and manufacturing workflows
● Experience with implant restorations and custom abutment manufacturing preferred
● Analytical and engineering-oriented mindset
● Strong troubleshooting and technical problem-solving abilities
● Ability to work collaboratively within a production-focused environment
● Portfolio and technical case examples required during interview process
Compensation & Benefits:
● Competitive compensation based on technical experience and engineering background
● Flexible compensation structure available for highly qualified candidates
● Medical insurance through Aetna
● Dental insurance
● Pet insurance
● Life insurance
● Retirement benefits
● Opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing technology
● Paid working interview process (1–2 days onsite)