INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING CO-OP

Flint Hills Resources; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Flint Hills Resources, a Koch company headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, is hiring for an Industrial Engineering Co-op based in Wichita, KS. The position focuses on pipeline optimization, modeling, and data-driven decision support within an office-based setting.

You will learn about pipeline optimization, operations research, network analysis, statistics, and economic modeling, with mentorship and professional development opportunities as part of the Koch Companies’ Co-op Program.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a 4-year degree program in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering.
• Eligible for full-time enrollment during the co-op assignment with graduation date during or before Summer 2028.
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain hydraulic and energy optimization models for pipeline operations.
• Apply operations research, optimization, statistics, and engineering principles to solve challenges.
• Support network analysis to improve product movement through the pipeline system.
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify opportunities to reduce energy consumption and operating costs.
• Assist with economic modeling and scenario analysis for operational decisions.
• Collaborate with vendors on proof-of-concept projects and model development.
• Analyze operational data to improve system performance and model accuracy.
• Present findings through reports, visualizations, and presentations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering

MBA with engineering undergrad considered

Tools

SPS

PLO

Synergi Liquid

Pipe Flow

Fathom

Job description

FUEL YOUR FUTURE. Flint Hills Resources (FHR), a Koch company, operates refineries, pipelines and terminals that produce, store and market gasoline, diesel, jet fuel and asphalt. Headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, and strategically located throughout Minnesota, Texas and the Midwest, FHR strives to deliver value to our customers while maintaining a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and serving our communities responsibly. We are hiring for an Industrial Engineering Co-op based in Wichita, KS.

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

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Flint Hills Resources is an industry-leading refining company making the oil and transportation products that keep the world moving. We make a large supply of fuel for gas stations and airports in addition to transporting crude oil, natural gas liquids and refined products through 4,000+ miles of pipeline –delivering energy to farmers, manufacturers and families. Our team champions innovation and excellence to help power modern life.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).