Lufkin, Texas is Seeking a City Engineer
The City of Lufkin, Texas is at a pivotal moment, focused on steady, intentional growth and delivering tangible improvements that residents can see and experience every day.
In this PositionCast™, Host of The Clear Voice and Retired Police Chief James Groom is joined by Retired City Manager and President of Clear Career Professionals, Michael Boese, Lufkin City Manager Kevin Gee, and Lufkin Assistant City Manager Brian Bray to break down a City Engineer opportunity designed with flexibility in mind. Whether you are an experienced public sector leader or a private sector engineer ready to step into management, this role can be tailored to fit your background and career goals.
This is a hands-on leadership position with real impact. From infrastructure and utilities to downtown revitalization, parks, and long-range development planning, the City Engineer will play a central role in shaping Lufkin’s future.
Beyond the work itself, Lufkin offers a unique quality of life. As a regional hub in East Texas, the city combines strong amenities, community events, and economic activity with a small-town feel and access to nature.
The organization emphasizes collaboration, open communication, and a team-oriented culture where departments work together to solve problems and move projects forward.
For engineers considering the move from private to public sector, this role offers something different. The work is not driven by the bottom line, but by service to the community. You can see the results of your work, experience them firsthand, and build a lasting legacy in one place.
Compensation ranges from $110,000 to $150,000, with strong benefits including TMRS retirement, paid time off, and a focus on work-life balance.
If you are looking for a role where you can lead, grow, and make a visible impact, this opportunity in Lufkin is worth exploring.
To learn more or apply, visit:
https://clearcareerpro.com/lufkin-city-engineer/
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Clear Career Professionals is a Texas based municipal executive search firm specializing in City Manager search services, municipal executive search, and local government leadership consulting for cities and counties across Texas and the United States.
Clear works with communities to recruit City Managers, City Administrators, Assistant City Managers, Police Chiefs, Fire Chiefs, Finance Directors, HR Directors, and other senior municipal leaders.
In addition to executive search services, Clear provides local government leadership training, organizational assessments, executive coaching, interim leadership placements, and strategic consulting designed to strengthen city organizations and support effective public service leadership.
Clear partners with city councils, county commissioners, and public sector leadership teams seeking experienced municipal professionals who can guide growing communities, manage complex organizations, and deliver strong public service outcomes.
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