The problem is with being unlicensed.  Just because you go to medical school does not make you a doctor.  Nor does working in a hospital qualify you be a doctor either.  Belonging to the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) does not make one an engineer either.  I know a lot of engineering graduates who work in the field and are unlicensed and they are not called engineers.  If Jarlstrom is licensed engineer in another state, then I think he qualifies to call himself that. If he isn't then he should not use the term "engineer" to bolster his credibility.  I am sure he is sincere in calling himself that, and I am not doubting his experience or problem solving skills.  Is OSBEELS heavy handed in the fine and situation presented, perhaps, but I have seen a lot of abuse of people calling themselves things they are not and OSBEELS is trying to maintain the highest standard for our profession, just as the medical and bar associations do as well.