R&D Technician - Digital Dentistry

ADTO; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive group benefits

RRSP matching

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Argen Canada is seeking a Research & Development Technician, Product Development to support the development, testing, and validation of innovative dental materials and digital dentistry solutions. This hands-on role combines advanced dental laboratory expertise with product evaluation, technical documentation, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will fabricate zirconia crowns, perform shade matching, run product testing, document results, and work with Business Development, R&D,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in ceramic and esthetic restorations, including zirconia finishing.
• Experience with CAD/CAM, digital design, 3D printing, dental photography, or colour measurement technologies.
• Strong shade matching skills and an eye for esthetics.
• Knowledge of contemporary dental laboratory workflows and zirconia materials.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and process zirconia crowns and other dental samples, including finishing, staining, characterization, and glazing.
• Perform shade matching and esthetic evaluations with exceptional attention to colour, translucency, and detail.
• Execute product testing, workflow studies, and validation activities.
• Identify technical issues, investigate potential root causes, and communicate observations with supporting evidence.
• Operate and troubleshoot dental laboratory equipment, including CAD/CAM systems, mills, furnaces, cameras, and 3D printers.
• Coordinate with vendors and external partners to resolve equipment, software, material, or workflow issues.
• Document test methods, observations, photographs, and results with accuracy and consistency.
• Collaborate with Business Development, R&D, Operations, and Technical Support teams on product development initiatives.
• Contribute technical content, images, samples, and workflow guidance for sales enablement and training materials.

Skills

Ceramic restorations

Shade matching

Esthetic dentistry

Dental laboratory workflows

Tools

CAD/CAM

3D printing

Dental photography

Color measurement

Job description

by Petra Tregillus
Published: September 21, 2026 (5 days ago)

Reports to: Director of Business Development, North America

Help shape the future of digital dentistry with Argen Canada!

Argen Canada is a leading digital manufacturing and technology center, offering digital outsourcing, digital dental equipment, dental software, and materials to dental labs and denturist clinics.

Argen is growing and seeking a skilled Research & Development Technician, Product Development to support the development, testing, and validation of innovative dental materials and digital dentistry solutions. This hands‑on role combines advanced dental laboratory expertise with product evaluation, technical documentation, and cross‑functional collaboration.

What You Will Do

• Fabricate and process zirconia crowns and other dental samples, including finishing, staining, characterization, and glazing.
• Perform shade matching and esthetic evaluations with exceptional attention to colour, translucency, and detail.
• Execute product testing, workflow studies, and validation activities.
• Identify technical issues, investigate potential root causes, and communicate observations with supporting evidence.
• Operate and troubleshoot dental laboratory equipment, including CAD/CAM systems, mills, furnaces, cameras, and 3D printers.
• Coordinate professionally with vendors and external partners to resolve equipment, software, material, or workflow issues.
• Document test methods, observations, photographs, and results with accuracy and consistency.
• Collaborate with Business Development, R&D, Operations, and Technical Support teams on product development initiatives.
• Contribute technical content, images, samples, and workflow guidance for sales enablement and training materials.

What You Bring

• 3+ years of experience with ceramic and esthetic restorations, including zirconia finishing and characterization.
• Experience with CAD/CAM, digital design, 3D printing, dental photography, or colour measurement technologies.
• Strong shade‑matching skills and an excellent eye for esthetics.
• Knowledge of contemporary dental laboratory workflows and zirconia materials.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and confidence learning technical software and digital workflows.
• Experience with product testing, validation activities, or technical reporting is an asset.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job including extended periods of sitting or standing, close visual work, fine motor dexterity, repetitive use of hand tools, operation of dental laboratory equipment, and routine computer work.

Why Join Argen?

• Work with leading digital dentistry technologies.
• Contribute directly to product innovation and development.
• Collaborate with a knowledgeable and supportive team in Canada and US.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive group benefits, RRSP matching, and bonus opportunities.
• Benefit from many opportunities for professional development.

If you are a detail-oriented dental technician who enjoys innovation, craftsmanship, and continuous learning, we’d love to hear from you!

Applications will be reviewed continuously, and the posting will close once the right candidate has been identified.

We thank all candidates for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.