Olympia Engine Builders Team
Owner and
Machinist
Pat
I am retired from the Army as a Senior Maintenance Supervisor and apprenticed under Master Engine Builder Bruce Moes. Enjoying my new career as a machinist and building engines.
Jimmy
Machinist
My oldest son currently working on his AS in Welding Technology at Centralia College and enjoys working at a machine shop.
Joe
Machinist
My youngest son, currently working on a Bachelor Degree in Manufacturing Engineering and is proudly serving in the WA National Guard. He also posts the website's monthly memes.
Ken
Shop Consultant
Ken served as a Machinist from 1972 to 1994. Until his retirement in 2013, Ken worked as the Commercial Accounts Sales Rep at O'Reilly's in Lacey. ASE Certified in General Automotive Parts, Ken now advises the team on proper use and maintenance of shop equipment, and supports projects by providing accurate information and historical background of the machinist industry.