Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Structural Engineering (2006): did not establish the proffered "Junior Engineer" position
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered "Junior Engineer" position qualified as a specialty occupation. The AAO concluded that the described job duties did not require a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty, aligning more with a civil engineering technician role rather than a professional engineer. The petitioner failed to meet any of the four regulatory criteria for a specialty occupation.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Minimum Requirement Of A Bachelor'S Degree Degree Requirement Common To The Industry Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Duties Are Specialized And Complex
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