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, or similar platforms
- Good attention to detail and ability to manage multiple cases in a production environment
- Solid 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

📌 Cad/Cam Designer (Calgary)
🏢 DCS Lab
📍 Calgary