Success Story: I-140 NIW Approved for an Electrical Engineer Thanks To Our Expert Guidance

Posted by wegreened on October 6, 2026 in Optimization Engineering, NIW

Client’s Testimonial:

"I wanted to express my sincere appreciation for your support in developing the proposed endeavor and preparing the accompanying documentation. Your guidance has been invaluable in shaping a clear and compelling case.

I also want to thank you for your prompt and clear communication throughout this process. Your responsiveness and attention to detail have made a significant difference in keeping things on track and ensuring everything is properly aligned.”

On August 18^th, 2026, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for an Electrical Engineer in the Field of Optimization Engineering (Approval Notice).

General Field: Optimization Engineering

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Electrical Engineer

Country of Origin: Nepal

Approval Notice Date: August 18^th, 2026

Processing Time: 2 months, 10 days (Premium Processing Upgrade Requested)

Case Summary:

Holding a master's degree, the client has developed specialized expertise spanning artificial intelligence, grid stability modeling, and automated protection coordination. The client currently works as an electrical engineer while continuing his research into applied electric power optimization. We framed his proposed endeavor around its broader potential to modernize aging power networks, optimize economic dispatch, and align with U.S. federal priorities in artificial intelligence and grid modernization.

His scholarly record provided concrete evidence that this research direction was producing measurable influence across the field. At the time of filing, the client had produced:

At least 10 peer-reviewed publications
Around 30 citations to his published body of work
More than 10 completed peer reviews to date

Four recommendation letters from industry and academic experts further supported the case. One recommender noted that:

"[Client’s] research on grid modernization and electric power system optimization serves the vital infrastructure and national interests of the United States."

By establishing a clear connection between the client's Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven digital twin algorithms, independent reliance by peers, and national energy priorities, we proved that waiving the job offer and labor certification requirements was in the national interest. The I-140 NIW petition was approved without any RFE issues.

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Track Record of Success EB-1 and NIW Approvals

(2012.01 - 2025.12)

Category	Approval or Refund^®		Approval or Refiling^TM
	Approval or Refund^®
Category	Approved Sum	Success Rate	Approved Sum	Success Rate
NIW	42,047	99%	5,258	97%
EB1A	9,218	91%	4,534	86%
EB1B	1,488	98%	448	93%
Total	52,753	98%	10,240	92%