Industrial Engineering Co-op

FHR Co-ops collaborate with our teams on real-life projects and challenges. As an Industrial Engineering Co-op, you'll invest in your future while learning about pipeline optimization, operations research, network analysis, statistics, economic modeling, and energy optimization. Co-ops are assigned meaningful work and mentorship to help develop both technical and professional skills. Alongside your day-to-day role, the FHR Co-op Program offers an opportunity to learn more about Koch Industries, our people, Principle Based Management, and the business you will be supporting, all while growing your network. Through ongoing learning opportunities, mentorship, and professional development, we aim to help every individual grow and learn how they can best contribute.

What You Will Do

As an Industrial Engineering Co-op supporting our Pipeline Optimization team, you will work closely with engineers, analysts, and external industry experts to improve the rigor and effectiveness of optimization models used across our pipeline network. This position is primarily office-based and focuses on analytical problem-solving, modeling, and decision support.

Responsibilities may include:

• Develop, enhance, and maintain hydraulic and energy optimization models used to support pipeline operations.
• Apply operations research, optimization, statistical analysis, and engineering principles to solve complex business and operational challenges.
• Support network analysis efforts to improve the movement of products throughout the pipeline system.
• Partner with internal teams to identify opportunities to reduce energy consumption and optimize operating costs.
• Assist with economic modeling and scenario analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate closely with vendors on proof-of-concept projects and model development initiatives.
• Analyze operational data and identify opportunities to improve system performance and model accuracy.
• Utilize industry software tools such as SPS, PLO, Synergi Liquid, Pipe Flow, and Fathom to model and evaluate pipeline systems.
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders through written reports, visualizations, and presentations.
• Build an understanding of pipeline operations and how optimization models are used to support safe, reliable, and efficient business performance.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Enrolled in a 4-year degree program majoring in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering.Students currently enrolled in the aforementioned disciplines in a master’s program as well MBA students with an engineering undergraduate degree will also be considered.
• Eligible for full-time enrollment throughout the duration of the co-op assignment with a graduation date during or before Summer 2028
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship

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