CAD​/CAM Designer; Dental Lab Technician

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

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.

• CAD/CAM Design
  • Utilize 3
    
    Shape 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.

• 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 3
    
    Shape 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.

• 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.