CAD/CAM Designer

Job Title: Dental Technician (CAD/CAM Designer)Location: Vancouver, BC – Transcend Lab at Transcend Specialized Dentistry Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time Salary Range: $75,000–$82,000 About Transcend Lab Transcend Lab at Transcend Specialized Dentistry is a modern, high-tech in-house dental lab committed to uncompromising quality. We work closely with prosthodontists, ceramists, and patients to produce top-tier restorative and surgical solutions. Our focus is on excellence and precise craftsmanship above all else.Key Responsibilities CAD/CAM Design Utilize 3Shape or Exocad software to design single units, full-mouth, and full-arch restorations (crowns, bridges, veneers, and implant-supported cases).Complex Case Management Independently handle aesthetic veneer designs, multi-implant configurations, and other advanced restorative workflows.Aesthetic Design Excellence Apply advanced principles of smile design, tooth morphology, and color theory to create highly aesthetic restorations that complement each patient's facial features and preferences.Implant Planning & Surgical Guide Fabrication Collaborate on digital implant planning using software such as co Diagnostix or Blue Sky Plan, and design and fabricate surgical guides for accurate implant placement.Provisional & Temporary Fabrication Design and produce high-quality provisional restorations, including immediate temporaries for implant cases and diagnostic wax-ups for case acceptance.Digital Fabrication Operate and maintain 3D printing and milling equipment. Oversee file preparation and production to ensure high-quality outcomes.Collaboration Work directly with prosthodontists and ceramists to clarify clinical requirements, discuss material options, and maintain top-quality standards.Case Coordination & Administration Assist in scheduling and tracking incoming lab cases, organizing digital files, and ensuring timely communication of case statuses.Maintain clear, accurate records and help manage lab supplies as needed.Qualifications & Expectations Experience Minimum 5+ years of hands-on CAD/CAM design experience.Demonstrable skill in full-arch, implant-based, and complex restorative cases.Technical Proficiency Strong command of 3Shape or Exocad software.Familiarity with 3D printing, milling workflows, and various restorative materials.Attention to Detail & Dedication to Excellence Proven track record of producing highly accurate, aesthetic restorations.Meticulous about occlusion, fit, margins, and overall case quality.Consistently strives for excellence rather than settling for "good enough."Hard-Working & Reliable Demonstrates a high level of responsibility, punctuality, and willingness to go the extra mile.Comfortable juggling multiple tasks and ensuring deadlines are met.What We Offer Modern, Fully Equipped Lab Enjoy working with advanced technology and state-of-the-art equipment.Collaborative Environment Direct access to prosthodontists and ceramists, fostering a team-driven approach to patient care.Competitive Compensation$75,000–$82,000 annual salary, with potential for growth based on performance and skills.Parking Convenient on-site parking available.If you are a hard-working, detail-oriented, and dedicated Dental Technician who thrives on delivering exceptional results, we invite you to join us at Transcend Lab. Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience.Elevate your craft with us at Transcend Specialized Dentistry—where excellence is the standard.