About the role#
This co-op position supports our Pipeline Optimization team in Wichita, Kansas. You will work with engineers, analysts, and industry experts to improve the effectiveness of optimization models across our pipeline network. This is an on-site role focused on analytical problem-solving, modeling, and decision support. You will receive mentorship to develop your technical and professional skills while gaining experience with pipeline operations.
What you'll do#
- Develop, enhance, and maintain hydraulic and energy optimization models.
- Apply operations research, optimization, statistical analysis, and engineering principles to solve operational challenges.
- Support network analysis efforts to improve product movement through the pipeline system.
- Partner with teams to identify opportunities to reduce energy consumption and optimize operating costs.
- Assist with economic modeling and scenario analysis for strategic decision-making.
- Collaborate with vendors on proof-of-concept projects and model development.
- Analyze operational data to improve system performance and model accuracy.
- Use industry software tools such as SPS, PLO, Synergi Liquid, Pipe Flow, and Fathom.
- Present findings and recommendations through reports, visualizations, and presentations.
- Build an understanding of how optimization models support safe and reliable business performance.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a 4-year degree program, master’s program, or MBA program with an engineering undergraduate degree.
- Majors accepted: Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering.
- Graduation date during or before Summer 2028.
- Eligibility for full-time enrollment throughout the duration of the co-op.
- Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship or transfer.
Location & details#
- Location: Wichita, Kansas
- Modality: On-site
- Status: Full-time co-op
About Koch
Koch is a private holding company based in Wichita, Kansas. It operates businesses across more than 50 countries in sectors including energy, chemicals, manufacturing, and technology. The company employs approximately 120,000 people globally. Its operations focus on products related to food, water, transportation, and consumer goods.
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