Distinguished Engineering Alumnus
Award Recipient
James A. Hackney III — 1984
This outstanding alumnus earned his B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1961 and his B.S. degree in Industrial Engineering in 1962. He has attained eminent distinction in the direction of engineering work in his rise from Chief Engineer to President and Chief Executive Officer of Hackney Industries, Inc., Washington, North Carolina.
Under his leadership, this North Carolina corporation is developing a growing network of subsidiaries in several states in the manufacture of beverage truck bodies and trailers, electrical power generator controls and solid waste handling equipment. He has been a leader in the implementation of engineering innovations and high quality manufacturing technology.
He is a Registered Professional Engineer in North Carolina and Kansas.
He has made significant contributions to the University's goals and activities. A member of the NCSU Board of Trustees since 1979, he is currently serving as Vice Chairman of the Board. He has been a member and Chairman of the School of Engineering Advisory Council and has served as Director and held offices in the Alumni Association and the North Carolina Engineering Foundation.
James A. Hackney III