CAD/CAM Dental DesignerLocation:Philadelphia,
PennsylvaniaEmployment Type: Full-Time | On-site
About the Role:A growing dental laboratory in
50 minutes Northwest of Philadelphia, PA is seeking an experienced
CAD/CAM Dental Designer with strong knowledge of both
3Shape and Exocad. This position is ideal for a skilled digital designer who is comfortable working on a variety of restorative cases and wants to be part of a collaborative, quality-focused lab environment.
The right candidate should have a strong understanding of digital dental workflows, restorative design principles, and the ability to manage cases accurately and efficiently from digital scan to final design.
Key Responsibilities:The CAD/CAM Dental Designer will be responsible for:- Designing dental restorations using 3Shape and Exocad.
- Working on Crown & Bridge, implant, and more complex restorative cases.
- Supporting full-arch / All-on-X or large reconstructive cases when needed.
- Reviewing digital scans, prescriptions, and case requirements before design.
- Communicating with the lab team to ensure accuracy, function, and esthetics.
- Collaborating with technicians, managers, and clinical partners on complex cases.
- Maintaining quality, consistency, and timely completion of digital cases.
- Helping improve digital workflows and overall production efficiency.
- Supporting junior team members when needed, depending on experience level.
Required Qualifications:- Prior experience as a Dental CAD/CAM Designer.
- Strong working knowledge of 3Shape and Exocad.
- Experience designing Crown & Bridge restorations.
- Implant design experience preferred.
- Full-arch / All-on-X experience is a strong plus.
- Strong understanding of occlusion, anatomy, margins, contacts, and esthetics.
- Ability to read prescriptions and follow detailed case instructions.
- Organized, reliable, and able to manage case deadlines.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work well with a team.
Preferred Background:The ideal candidate will have experience with:- Crown & Bridge digital design.
- Implant restorations.
- Smile design or anterior esthetic cases.
- Full-arch or large reconstructive cases.
- Digital lab workflows from scan review through production.
- Both 3Shape and Exocad in a production lab environment.
Compensation & Benefits:- Salary: $80,000 - $110,000+, depending on experience and technical capabilities.
- Compensation may be flexible for candidates with advanced technical skills, complex case experience, and the ability to support workflow improvement or team training.
- Attractive incentives and/or performance bonuses may be available.
- Potential profit-sharing opportunities.
- Paid Time Off.
- Paid holidays.
- Weekends off.
- Health insurance.
- Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.
