James Aaron Tiangco

AI Automation Specialist transitioning from 8+ years of engineering, project, and operations experience. Hands-on working knowledge of Zapier, Make, n8n, and GoHighLevel (GHL), with a strong foundation in process analysis, workflow design, troubleshooting, documentation, project coordination, and systems thinking. Experienced in breaking complex requirements into actionable steps, coordinating information across teams and systems, identifying process risks, and improving how work is executed.

Focused on helping businesses reduce repetitive work through workflow automation, CRM automation, integrations, and AI-assisted processes.

AI Automation Specialist (2026-Present) Freelance

Design and deliver automation systems for small teams and agencies: Zapier, Make and n8n workflows, and AI-assisted processes.

Mechanical Design Engineer/Mechanical Site Supervisor at Aboitiz Renewables Inc. (2023-01 – 2026-08)

• Coordinate complex project workflows across EPC contractors, OEMs, consultants, and internal stakeholders from development through construction.
• Translate technical requirements, project constraints, and stakeholder inputs into actionable reviews, decisions, deliverables, and follow-up activities.
• Analyze project processes and identify technical, logistical, schedule, and execution risks; recommend practical mitigation actions.
• Manage Transport & Installation (T&I) involving route surveys, heavy transport, lifting, installation planning, and multiple external parties.
• Review technical specifications, bid documents, proposals, submittals, construction methods, and project deliverables for completeness, compliance, and constructability.
• Track project progress, risks, milestones, and contractor performance while supporting planning, scheduling, cost management, permitting, and utility coordination.
• Conduct OEM pre-manufacturing audits and Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), coordinating findings, documentation, and stakeholder actions.

Building Engineer at MJP Millennium Corporation (2022-01 – 2023-12)

• Managed recurring building operations and maintenance workflows involving technicians, utility workers, contractors, equipment, permits, and compliance requirements.
• Planned and coordinated preventive maintenance activities, service requests, repairs, inspections, and contractor work across multiple building systems.
• Maintained operational documentation and supported budgeting, resource planning, expenditure tracking, and follow-up of maintenance activities.

Project Mechanical Engineer at Jethrock Construction Corporation (2020-01 – 2022-12)

• Coordinated field activities, contractors, installation work, technical documentation, and site requirements for mechanical projects.
• Analyzed actual site conditions, identified gaps between plans and field requirements, and revised processes/designs to support practical execution.

Mechanical Design Engineer at Aboitiz Power Corporation (2018-01 – 2020-12)

• Supported power projects across feasibility, design, fabrication, construction, commissioning, and testing, coordinating deliverables across project stages.
• Integrated mechanical, hydro-mechanical, HVAC, fire protection, and plumbing requirements while reviewing technical interfaces and project documentation.
• Performed technical calculations, QA/QC, inspections, testing, commissioning, and issue resolution to support reliable project execution.

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering – Saint Louis University (2017)

Certificate in Project Management – Ensign College (2024)