Subsurface Utility Engineering Jobs in Raleigh, NC

The SUE Analyst supports the delivery of Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) services by conducting detailed field data collection, analysis, and documentation. This role requires foundational experience with Electromagnetic (EM) and Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) equipment and a strong ability to interpret subsurface utility information. The individual in this position contributes to accurate utility mapping, ensures adherence to established safety protocols, and collaborates closely with field crews and project teams. The SUE Analyst demonstrates sound judgment, technical diligence, and a commitment to maintaining a high-quality, solutions-oriented work environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead SUE crew to perform Sub-Surface Utility Engineering services for both internal and external clients
• Communicate with project team members, client representatives, review agencies, and others as appropriate to the project.
• Responsible for operating equipment, ensuring crew members follow the proper protocols while operating equipment, and maintaining a safe work environment
• Maintain the overall quality of work with accuracy and thoroughness to meet regulatory requirements of the Company and Client
• Accurately and efficiently collecting field data and locating features
• Manage time effectively, organize, and work on multiple projects simultaneously in order to meet project deadlines and client needs
• Adhere to our core values of integrity, respect, quality, community, collaboration, and sustainability

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and inspire your crew in delivering Subsurface Utility Engineering services for clients who rely on our expertise.
• Use your knowledge of EM and GPR equipment to uncover what lies beneath the surface with accuracy and confidence.
• Champion safety in every decision, ensuring your crew works with care and professionalism.
• Foster collaboration and respect, creating a team environment where everyone feels supported and valued.
• Balance precision and efficiency while meeting project deadlines that matter to our clients and the communities they serve.

What We’re Looking For

• A skilled professional with 3–5 years of hands-on SUE experience and at least 1 year leading a crew.
• Someone who thrives outdoors, whether under the summer sun or in brisk winter weather, with the stamina and grit to see projects through.
• A communicator who can build trust—with clients, teammates, and stakeholders alike.
• A problem-solver who brings both technical expertise and sound judgment to the field.
• A leader who embodies our core values: integrity, respect, quality, community, collaboration, and sustainability.

The Work Itself

This is work that keeps you moving, thinking, and contributing in a hands-on way. You’ll spend your days outdoors—rain or shine—helping uncover what lies beneath the surface and ensuring projects are built on accuracy and safety. The role requires stamina and strength: lifting up to 50 pounds, digging, walking long distances, and standing for extended periods. It’s challenging, physical work—but it’s also deeply rewarding, knowing every task completed supports safer, stronger communities.

Why WithersRavenel?

Because here, you won’t just be an employee - you’ll be an employee owner.

At WithersRavenel, we are 100% employee-owned. That means when you put in the work, you’re not just building projects—you’re building your future. Our people describe us as collaborative, supportive, and deeply connected to the communities where we live and work.

We invest in our people through:

• A team-first culture where collaboration is more than a buzzword.
• Ongoing professional development to help you grow your skills and career.
• A commitment to serving our communities in ways that truly make a difference.

Learn more about our benefits and employee ownership!

Apply today and help us shape what lies beneath—and what’s built above.

WithersRavenel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military service, or other non-merit factors protected by federal, state, or local laws. At WithersRavenel, we strive to build and nurture a culture where diversity, inclusivity, and belonging are a normal part of doing business, not an initiative. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. By hiring highly talented people who align with our Core Values, we continue to enrich and broaden our ownership community, as well as the employee and client experience. This purposeful approach to diversity and inclusion leads to greater commitment, collaboration, and effectiveness in our culture, work, and lives.