What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Dental CAD/CAM Designer position at Catalis Dental Lab Partners?
Junior CAD/CAM Designer
Company Overview
Catalis Dental Lab Partners is a nationally connected network of premier dental laboratories providing high‑quality, digitally enabled restorative, implant, and prosthetic solutions to dental practices across the United States. The organization brings together leading regional labs with deep expertise in full‑arch restorations, restorative dentistry, and removable prosthetics—all supported by advanced digital workflows, 3D printing, AI‑driven design, and CAD/CAM technologies.
Catalis serves both private practices and large dental service organizations (DSOs), combining local laboratory relationships with the resources and consistency of a national platform. The company operates a growing multi‑state footprint through its integrated lab network, including locations across Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Texas, and Utah.
Position Summary
This role is part of a new Digital Design Center in Huntsville, Alabama. You'll be joining a growing team at the ground level with the opportunity to help shape how we work. The Junior Dental CAD/CAM Designer supports the design and development of digital dental restorations using CAD/CAM technology. This entry-level role is ideal for an individual with foundational experience in dental design who is eager to continue developing technical skills through hands-on training and mentorship. The Junior Designer works under the guidance of experienced CAD/CAM designers to create accurate, high-quality digital models while learning best practices, workflows, and quality standards. The Junior Designer is expected to grow in independence over time, progressively taking on more complex cases as skills and confidence develop.
Key Responsibilities
- Design restorations under supervision of senior designers
- Work primarily on standard single-unit and bridge cases, progressing to more complex designs over time
- Learn and follow established design protocols and quality standards
- Flag questions or prescription issues to senior designers before proceeding
- Maintain organized digital files within the workflow system
Qualifications & Requirements
- Combination of dental experience and general computer knowledge required. Minimum of 1 year experience in dental CAD/CAM design or a completed dental design training program preferred.
- Working knowledge of EXOCAD or 3Shape preferred
- Basic understanding of dental anatomy, occlusion, and tooth morphology
- Familiarity with digital scan files and STL format
- Willingness to learn and accept feedback as this role involves daily mentorship and review
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Pay with additional quarterly bonus potential
- Benefits including Medical, dental, vision, Life
- 401k with company match
- Paid Time off (PTO) plus paid holidays
- Structured mentorship and hands on training from experienced Designers with career growth potential
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity and the other Brands under the Catalis Network, you can find us at catalislabs.com. At Catalis, you are not just joining a Team, you are joining a family, Let’s start building some smiles together.
Catalis Dental Lab Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.