Hydraulic Engineer Co-Op

Colonial has provided a wide range of opportunities for job candidates who are highly qualified, skilled, motivated and team players. Employees find exciting opportunities to grow and develop their careers at a stable company which offers a generous compensation and benefits package that includes annual incentive bonuses, retirement plans, insurance coverage and a host of other features that support a happy, active, productive and rewarding life.

Come to Colonial, a great place to work, where people matter most, and where safety 24/7 is paramount.

Are you intrigued by the thought of being part of revolutionizing the energy industry and a new era in the pipeline industry? Do you want to be a part of a company that is obsessed with excellence in everything we do? A company growing and expanding our business that is full of opportunity? If so, we are seeking smart, safety focused, and energetic professionals to join our team to help us to the next level of excellence!

Colonial Pipeline is the largest refined products pipeline in the United States, transporting more than 100 million gallons or 2.5 million barrels per day. Colonial transports various grades of gasoline, diesel fuel, home heating oil, jet fuel, and fuels for the U.S. military through a pipeline system. Colonial transports approximately 45 percent of all fuel consumed on the East Coast, providing refined products to more than 50 million Americans.

At Colonial Pipeline, we move over 100 million gallons of fuel every day, supporting nearly 45% of all fuel consumed on the East Coast. As a Hydraulic Engineering Co‑Op, you’ll combine classroom learning with hands‑on engineering experience supporting the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of one of the nation’s most critical energy infrastructure systems.

This co‑op is designed to support engineering students seeking in‑depth technical exposure, mentorship, and real responsibility over multiple rotations. You’ll work alongside experienced hydraulic engineers while developing skills that directly align with a future full‑time engineering career.

Hydraulic Engineering at Colonial focuses on pipeline system modeling, operational analysis, and system optimization to ensure safe and compliant energy transportation. The team partners closely with operations, integrity, and project teams to support sustainable growth and day‑to‑day pipeline performance.

As a co‑op, you’ll gain exposure to how hydraulic engineering decisions directly impact real‑world operations—well beyond textbook problems.

With guidance from an experienced engineering mentor, you may:

• Apply fluid mechanics and hydraulic principles to operating pipeline systems
• Assist with hydraulic modeling and simulations supporting pipeline optimization and operational decisions
• Learn Colonial Pipeline’s engineering standards, modeling tools, and regulatory requirements
• Support system analysis and evaluate data related to flow, pressure, and operating conditions
• Become familiar with pipeline layouts, system components, and operating philosophies
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and compliance partners as a technical contributor
• Observe field activities or participate in site walkdowns to understand system behavior firsthand
• Assist with small‑scale analysis, enhancements, or engineering tasks under mentor supervision
• Use engineering and document management systems to track and file completed work
• Build a technical and professional portfolio throughout your co‑op rotations
• Present an end‑of‑term summary of work and learning outcomes to supervisors and stakeholders
• Participate in feedback sessions to support continuous learning and development

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, or related discipline) from an accredited university
• Interest in hydraulics, fluid mechanics, or pipeline engineering
• Coursework or…