CAD/CAM Dental Designer (ExoCad - 3Shape)

CAD/CAM Dental Designer

Location: Philadelphia , Pennsylvania

Employment 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 – $100,000+, 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