sustained
H-1B
sustained H-1B Case: Mechanical Engineering
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Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the AAO found that the petitioner provided credible, detailed descriptions of the duties, establishing by a preponderance of the evidence that the position requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field. The AAO concluded the position qualifies as a specialty occupation because it involves a body of highly specialized knowledge and is sufficiently complex.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Definition Minimum Degree Requirement Position Complexity Beneficiary'S Qualifications
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